The Cressbrook Dam Safety Improvement Project is a major dam safety and flood resilience upgrade delivering complex works to critical water infrastructure in the Toowoomba Region. Seymour Whyte, in alliance with SMEC and Toowoomba Regional Council, has been selected to help deliver this flagship project, bringing together construction delivery, engineering expertise and collaborative project leadership on one of Queensland’s most significant local government-led dam upgrades.

The scope includes spillway widening, dam crest raising, berm and spillway re-profiling, right-hand wall strengthening, plunge pool widening and deepening, flip bucket extension, instrumentation upgrades and associated enabling works. It is a rare opportunity to join Seymour Whyte on a technically challenging, high-profile project with major civil, structural, hydraulic and dam safety interfaces, and real long-term community impact.

We are seeking an experienced Structures Supervisor to oversee structural construction activities and ensure works are delivered to the highest quality standards, on schedule, and within budget. In this role, you will coordinate subcontractors, manage work fronts and site interfaces, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with project requirements. You will build strong relationships with subcontractors while driving accountability, productivity, and project outcomes to support successful delivery.

Based on site in Biarra, this role offers a generous project uplift, attractive DIDO and LAFHA conditions, and the opportunity to contribute to a major, complex infrastructure project.

About the role:

• Plan, coordinate and supervise structural construction activities across to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality project delivery
• Oversee the delivery of major structural works, including large-scale concrete wall construction, formwork, crane operations and onsite batch plant management
• Work closely with Engineers to develop and implement construction programs, including short-term planning, resource allocation and sequencing of works
• Manage subcontractors, labour, plant and equipment to maximise productivity and ensure works are delivered in accordance with project scope, specifications and quality requirements
• Facilitate construction planning through pre-starts, toolbox talks and team meetings, maintaining clear visibility of upcoming works and driving team performance
• Lead and promote a strong safety culture, ensuring site activities comply with WHS, environmental, quality and client requirements
• Maintain accurate daily records, timesheets and cost information using digital systems to support project controls, productivity tracking and contractual claims

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Relevant Certificate III and IV qualifications (or substantial progress toward completion
• Significant experience delivering civil infrastructure construction projects with structures experience
• Strong leadership, communication and mentoring skills, including delivering engaging pre‑starts and toolbox talks
• Understanding of WHS, environmental requirements, client specifications and ITP compliance
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and logic‑linked construction programs and assist with detailed programming
• Competent in managing budgets, supporting engineering forecasts, selecting appropriate plant and using Microsoft Office

We have a range of benefits available for our employee:

• Financial Wellbeing: competitive remuneration, salary continuance insurance and employee share program
• Generous Leave Benefits: purchased leave program, paid parental leave, and birthday leave – have your birthday off on us!
• Career Development: training, mentoring and leadership development programs
• Health & Wellness: discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP)
• Enjoy shopping, fitness and wellbeing discounts through our Flare and WHEREFIT partnerships including discounted gym memberships and classes

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans.

Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps:

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia

To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

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