VSL Australia - Mechanical Supervisor in Melbourne

Sable International Australia Pty Ltd – Melbourne VIC

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

VSL as a member of Bouygues Construction, operates worldwide in a network of some 50 locations, and is a leading specialist in the field of post tensioning, complex pre-casting, bridge construction, specialist foundations, bridge and asset remediation, and related construction techniques. VSL Australia is an expert in post-tensioning systems for civil engineering structures and buildings. VSL Australia is currently recruiting for a project-based Mechanical Supervisor in Melbourne.

Working as part of the commercial team of a joint venture on a ground engineering project in Melbourne, the Mechanical Supervisor shall play a key role in leading equipment maintenance, coordinating heavy geotechnical machinery (drilling rigs, grouting units), and ensuring site safety. Your role will see you:

• Lead on-site plant maintenance, managing equipment reliability, ensuring strict HSE compliance.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex heavy ground engineering equipment.
• Manage daily maintenance and repairs for heavy ground engineering plant and equipment.
• Supervise on-site mechanics, fitters, and service personnel.
• Ensure compliance with all site health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate planned servicing and urgent field breakdowns to reduce downtime.

Skills

• Strong background in heavy civil construction, piling, or ground stabilization plant.
• Set up new equipment such as Liebherr and Bauer
• Preventive and corrective maintenance follow-up of machines
• Sound English writing skills
• Ability to work autonomously and proactively
• Strong attention to detail
• Current driver's license and White Card.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on a mega project in a JV environment
• Multi-cultural and dynamic company

You must have the right to work within Australia. Applications through recruitment services will not be entertained.