Site Supervisor - Commercial
Living Gems is searching for an experienced Commercial Site Supervisor to help deliver our landmark Townsville site in Harris Crossing - a premium, resort-style community hub that will become the heart of our newest over-50s lifestyle resort.
About the Role
As the Commercial Site Supervisor, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day onsite coordination of this significant commercial project. The development includes a large-format, resort-style Club House precinct that brings together wellness, dining, recreation, and premium community spaces.
Reporting to the Site Manager Commercial, you'll oversee site operations, subcontractors, safety, scheduling, and quality to ensure smooth and efficient delivery. This role requires a proactive leader who thrives in complex commercial environments and can maintain momentum across multiple work fronts.
You will manage:
* Daily supervision of trades, labourers, and subcontractors
* Onsite safety, inductions, and WHS compliance
* Construction progress, sequencing, and workflow
* Coordination with Project Managers and contract administrators
* Quality assurance, inspections, and defect management
* Site logistics, materials, deliveries, and equipment
* Maintaining site presentation and ensuring adherence to Living Gems standards
Your focus: keeping the project moving safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality.
What You'll Need
* Trade qualification (carpentry or similar preferred)
* QBCC Site Supervisor or Builder License (Commercial) – essential
* Proven experience supervising commercial construction projects
* Strong leadership and communication skills
* Excellent planning, sequencing, and problem-solving abilities
* Solid WHS knowledge and commitment to safe work practices
* Competence using construction management software
* A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to work autonomously
* Valid driver's license
Why Join Us?
Living Gems is a respected and rapidly growing brand known for quality, innovation, and community connection.
Here's what's in it for you:
* Stay local - no more FIFO/DIDO
* Years of guaranteed work in Townsville
* Competitive salary + vehicle or car allowance
* Opportunities for career growth and development
* Uniforms provided
About Us
Living Gems is a leading developer of master-planned over-50s lifestyle resorts in Queensland, with a proud history of delivering high-quality homes, resort-style facilities, and welcoming communities. We have a long pipeline of work with resorts located in Queensland from Townsville down to Moreton Bay.
We value teamwork and a positive team culture. We empower our people to take ownership of their respective projects and lead by example and our people are passionate about their work, have a strong sense of accountability and demonstrate a high level of personal integrity and respect for others. At Living Gems, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, where your contributions are valued and recognised.
To learn more about Living Gems visit our website
Ready to build something extraordinary?
Send your resume and cover letter to the People & Culture team and you could be the one joining us to deliver a flagship commercial project with purpose, stability, and impact.