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The initial assignment is expected to run for approximately three months, with the potential to extend.\nYou will lead site crews delivering:\nTank installation\nPiping network installation\nLadders and platform installation\nStructural steel assembly, installation and modification\nMechanical equipment installation and alignment\nPiping fabrication, flange management and bolting\nTesting, inspection and commissioning support\nYour day will include leading pre-starts and crew briefings, coordinating work fronts, supervising site activities, implementing Zero Harm requirements, completing reports and managing crew timesheet entries.\nYou will ensure all SMP activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, procedures, inspection and test plans, applicable standards, client requirements and the project schedule.\nWhat We’re Looking For\nWe are looking for a practical, safety-focused supervisor who can confidently lead crews within a complex industrial environment.\nTo be successful, you will bring:\nA relevant trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting, Boilermaking/Fabrication, Pipefitting or an equivalent SMP discipline\nAt least 10 years’ experience across heavy industrial, mining, infrastructure, oil and gas or energy projects\nAt least five years’ experience supervising structural, mechanical and piping construction activities\nExperience managing tank, structural steel, mechanical equipment and piping installation\nDemonstrated experience coordinating brownfield interfaces and multidisciplinary work fronts\nThe ability to interpret general arrangement drawings, isometrics, P&IDs, fabrication drawings, specifications and installation details\nStrong knowledge of lifting and rigging interfaces, equipment alignment, dimensional control, bolting, flange management and pressure testing\nExperience planning labour, materials, plant and work fronts against construction schedules\nKnowledge of ITPs, test packs, punch lists, quality inspections and handover requirements\nStrong leadership, communication, coordination and practical problem-solving skills \nMandatory requirements\nConstruction White Card\nCurrent driver’s licence\nRelevant trade certificate\nGas Test Atmospheres competency\nAbility to complete the required medical and drug and alcohol assessment \nDesirable requirements\nFrontline management or supervisory training\nWorking at Heights\nConfined Space\nHigh Risk Work Licence, including relevant dogging or rigging competencies\nFirst Attack Fire Fighting\nCurrent permit-to-work and site-specific competencies\nSection 26 appointment or eligibility, where applicable \nWhat We Offer\nFIFO employment on a consistent 2:1 roster\n12-hour shifts\nCompetitive hourly rate aligned with the applicable site supervisor rate\nAn initial three-month assignment with potential to extend\nThe opportunity to lead a capable SMP crew on a significant brownfield project\nA strong focus on safety, quality and Zero Harm\nSupport from experienced project, engineering, quality, HSE and logistics teams \nAbout Energy & Utilities\nDowner’s Energy & Utilities business is an integrated trans-Tasman team delivering services that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain critical assets across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors.\nDowner is an inclusive employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and cultures.\nHow to Apply\nIf you are an experienced SMP Supervisor ready to lead from the front and deliver safe, high-quality work, we would like to hear from you.\nPlease submit your application online via the advertisement. 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