Global Cranes Pty Ltd.

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Freo Group is seeking an experienced Supervisor to lead safe, reliable and high-quality site operations. You will coordinate daily work activities, supervise employees and contractors, manage labour, plant and equipment requirements, and ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with HSEQ, client and operational standards. We’re looking for a hands-on leader with strong site experience, a minimum Rigging Intermediate (RI) High Risk Work Licence, relevant supervisory qualifications, and proven capability in leading operational teams within crane hire, construction, maintenance, engineering or heavy industry.

What you will be responsible for:

• Lead safe work practices and ensure site activities comply with HSEQ requirements, company procedures and client standards.

• Plan, coordinate and supervise site works from commencement through to completion, balancing safety, quality, schedule and client expectations.

• Allocate daily work, communicate priorities and keep employees, contractors and subcontractors informed of site requirements and timelines.

• Confirm licences, competencies, inductions, risk assessments and required safety documentation are current and complete.

• Coordinate labour, plant, equipment, rigging, tooling, materials and subcontractor requirements for operational delivery.

• Monitor work progress, conduct site and quality inspections, and act early on hazards, incidents, near misses, performance issues and operational risks.

• Build effective working relationships with clients, operational leaders, HSEQ, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Maintain accurate site records and support continuous improvement in safety, productivity, service delivery and operational performance.

What you will bring:

• Relevant trade qualification or demonstrated equivalent industry experience.

• Relevant High Risk Work Licence qualifications, with a minimum of Rigging Intermediate (RI).

• Demonstrated site-based experience in engineering, construction, maintenance, industrial, crane hire, transport, logistics or heavy industry.

• Proven experience supervising operational teams, contractors or subcontractors.

• Strong working knowledge of HSEQ requirements, risk management, quality standards and legislative obligations.

• Practical planning, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in a site environment.

• Commercial awareness and an understanding of productivity, budget, customer expectations and business risk.

Key working Relationships:

You will work closely with the Operations Manager, Branch Manager, HSE Advisor, operational employees, contractors, subcontractors, clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders to support safe and effective service delivery.

Leadership Approach:

• Lead by example with safe, professional and values-based behaviour.

• Communicate expectations clearly and keep people focused on the work that matters most.

• Develop capability through coaching, feedback, recognition and training support.

• Promote teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement across site operations.

• Use the authority of the role to stop or escalate work where an immediate or unacceptable risk exists.

READY TO LEAD FROM THE FRONT:

If you bring strong site leadership, practical operational judgement and an unwavering commitment to safety and quality, we would like to hear from you.

APPLY NOW | Submit your CV and relevant licences and qualifications.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.