Mechanical Supervisor – 70 Day Power Station Shutdown

Mechanical Supervisor – 70 Day Power Station Shutdown

July 16 Start | 12hr Days | Accommodation Provided

An established and reputable engineering firm is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to lead crews during a 70-day Power Station outage commencing 16th July through until mid September.

This is a major outage project with consistent hours, strong rates, and structured project delivery.

Roster

• Monday to Friday – 12-hour shifts

• Saturday – 8-hour shifts

• Accommodation provided

The Role

You will be responsible for supervising mechanical crews across fixed plant equipment within a Power Station environment.

Shutdown scope includes:

• Chute Replacements

• Chain Feeder, Sizer and Crusher Overhauls

• General Maintenace

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading daily pre-starts and shutdown briefings

• Supervising boilermakers, fitters, and support crews

• Coordinating labour, EWPs, rigging, and resources

• Interpreting drawings and shutdown scopes

• Ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to schedule

• Liaising with planners, engineers, and client representatives

• Managing permits and compliance requirements

• Driving safety standards and quality workmanship

This is a hands-on leadership role — you must be comfortable leading from the front.

Requirements

• Trade Qualified Fitter

• S1, S2, S3 (Supervisor Qualifications)

• Proven experience supervising shutdown crews

• Previous Power Station shutdown experience (essential)

• Strong understanding of permit systems and isolation procedures

• Current Working at Heights, Confined Space & Gas Test Atmospheres

• Current Driver’s Licence

• White Card

• Ability to pass D&A

Highly regarded:

• HRWL – EWP & Basic Rigging

What We’re Looking For

• Strong leader with shutdown credibility

• Able to manage crews in high-pressure outage environments

• Proactive problem solver

• Safety-first mindset

• Reliable and committed for the full duration

If you are a shutdown-experienced supervisor who understands outage timelines, plant equipment, and crew management — we want to hear from you.