SMP Supervisor

Structural Mechanical & Piping (SMP) Supervisor
12 month initial contract | FIFO on a 15/13 or 10/4 roster | Client side role | Daily rate $1311/day inc super

We are seeking an experienced SMP Supervisor to oversee brownfield and greenfield construction projects within the oil and gas sector. This role will suit someone with a strong trade background, proven supervisory experience, and a commitment to safety, quality, and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise construction crews to deliver project scopes in line with daily work plans and safety procedures.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, ensuring scope clarity, performance, and compliance with site rules and safety standards.
• Monitor construction schedules and proactively drive progress to meet project milestones.
• Submit accurate daily construction reports on progress, issues, and upcoming activities.
• Liaise with operations, engineering, and project management teams to resolve field-level issues.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting, including interpretation of drawings and specifications.
• Review engineering work packs and drawings, providing constructability feedback and risk identification.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance, land access protocols, cultural heritage, and environmental requirements.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with third-party service providers including logistics, materials handling, and commissioning teams.
• Capture and report benchmarking and KPI data, including productivity metrics and safety observations.
• Conduct daily pre-starts, toolbox talks, and field audits to maintain engagement and compliance.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Champion a proactive safety culture by demonstrating exemplary behaviours.
• Ensure safe execution of all activities, maintaining compliance with HSE standards.
• Actively participate in safety training and initiatives to support Goal Zero.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ supervisory experience in construction/project environments, ideally within oil and gas.
• Relevant trade qualification with a strong technical foundation.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage contractor resources safely and effectively.
• Strong troubleshooting and technical support skills in field environments.
• Practical knowledge of safety management systems and HSSE principles.
• Experience managing contractors in line with service contracts and performance standards.

Additional Information

• FIFO roster options: 15/13 or 10/4.
• Ability to undertake domestic travel as required.

This position requires the full right to work in Australia.

Please send through your CV by clicking APPLY! If you want to have a confidential discussion, contact Cameron Anderson at NES Fircroft via email at cameron.anderson@nesfircroft.com

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.