Construction Supervisor – Pumped Hydro Project

About the role

Queensland Hydro is seeking a Supervisor to provide independent, client‑side surveillance and assurance over civil, mechanical and electrical works at the Borumba Pumped Hydro Energy Storage project. Reporting to the Construction Manager and working an 8/6 site‑based roster, you will ensure that all contractor activities comply with design, contractual and safety requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Attend daily on‑site at all active work fronts and conduct regular inspections of non‑active fronts.
• Perform quality management surveillance on civil, mechanical and electrical works, verifying that the built product meets contractual requirements.
• Review contractor quality documentation (lot records, ITPs, ITRs) to ensure completeness and compliance.
• Attend site inspections for the release of Witness and Hold Points identified in contractor ITPs, working closely with Queensland Hydro Quality Engineers.
• Verify contractor compliance with Queensland Hydro SMP, including SWMS, risk assessments, change management, personnel training, plant & substances, and scope‑specific hazards.
• Prepare daily reports covering plant & equipment, key KPIs, resources, weather, access and road conditions.
• Liaise with the Construction Manager/Field Construction Manager and provide structured status updates.
• Coordinate with public and private property owners prior to land access activities.

Required profile

• Ability to provide daily physical attendance on site across multiple work fronts.
• Experience in supervising civil, mechanical and electrical construction activities.
• Strong understanding of quality management processes and contractual compliance.
• Effective communication with contractors, engineers and external stakeholders.

Required skills

• Quality Management surveillance
• Inspection and Test Plans (ITP)
• Inspection Test Reports (ITR)
• Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
• Risk Assessment development and review
• Change Management procedures
• Knowledge of civil, mechanical and electrical construction scopes

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to Queensland’s transition to sustainable energy.
• Purpose‑driven environment with core values of care, collaboration and delivery.