MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR | 2:1 | FIFO |

Best suited for: Australian citizens, Permanent Residents, New Zealand citizens, and Subclass 485, 491, and 191 visa holders who seek to work in adventurous FIFO environment at Weipa Town, Queensland.

About this opportunity

Sodexo, a global leader in integrated facilities management, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Maintenance Supervisor to join our Operational Support family in Weipa. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, this full-time leadership role tasks you with overseeing daily maintenance operations, managing planned and reactive work streams, and driving continuous improvement across the site. Operating on a structured 2:1 Fly-In, Fly-Out (FIFO) roster layout out of Brisbane, you will actively guide a skilled team to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable facility solutions. If you possess a strong trade background, exceptional people-management skills, and a commitment to safety-first principles, this position provides an outstanding platform to enhance quality of life across Australia's remote resources sector.

Job Summary

• Employer Name: Sodexo
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Required Education & Experience: A trade qualification in Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC or Carpentry with a minimum of 5 years of experience supervising maintenance teams within industrial, mining, or facilities management environments.
• Work Arrangement: FIFO / On-site
• Employment Location: Weipa Town, Queensland, Australia
• Compensation: AUD 150,000 - AUD 155,000 per year
• Application Deadline: Ongoing Applications (Early applications are encouraged. The advertiser reserves the right to remove this listing without notice once the position is no longer available.)

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and review daily maintenance activities to ensure work aligns strictly with safety protocols, specifications, and efficiency targets.
• Plan, schedule, and prioritize preventative and corrective maintenance tasks to minimize critical equipment downtime.
• Lead, mentor, and foster the professional development of maintenance team members on site.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and troubleshooting procedures to identify and resolve faults before they disrupt client operations.
• Maintain highly accurate maintenance logs, performance reports, and statutory compliance documentation.
• Promote, monitor, and enforce workplace health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards across the facility.
• Manage designated maintenance budgets, optimize resource allocations, and coordinate external contractors and specialist service providers.
• Build strong working relationships with operational stakeholders to ensure site-wide maintenance objectives are achieved.

Skills & Requirements

• Trade Certification: Must possess a recognized trade qualification in Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, or Carpentry.
• Supervisory History: Minimum of 5 years of proven experience leading maintenance teams within mining, heavy industrial, or professional facilities management sectors.
• Operational Competencies:
  • Previous experience working within a FIFO or remote operational setting
  • Strong knowledge of building maintenance systems alongside mechanical and electrical practices
  • Practical experience planning, scheduling, and executing preventative maintenance schedules
  • Proficiency using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Leadership & Compliance: Excellent interpersonal communication, problem-solving abilities, and a sound understanding of current workplace health and safety legislation.
• Desirable Asset Indicators:
  • Prior success managing operational maintenance budgets and contractor workflows
  • Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or alternative continuous improvement methodologies

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $155,000 p.a. with long-term job security in a global organization.
• Structured FIFO roster with comprehensive travel, quality meals, and comfortable on-site accommodation provided during your shift rotation.
• Privileged corporate access to over 100+ retail brand discounts and flexible salary packaging solutions.
• Continuous professional training, skill development, and genuine career progression pathways throughout our expanding Australian operations.
• A highly supportive, collaborative team culture that holds safety above all else.

Important Applicant Information

• Application Method: To register your interest in this and future supervisory placements, candidates must submit their formal Expression of Interest along with a detailed resume via the Sodexo recruitment portal.
• Vetting Process: Suitable candidates will be cataloged within our talent pipeline and contacted directly by recruitment professionals as active operational opportunities arise.
• Submission Tip: Be sure to explicitly name the specific CMMS platforms you have operated (e.g., SAP, Mainpac) and clearly detail your trade license numbers directly on your CV to facilitate smooth automated screening.

Eligible applicants include:

• Australian citizens
• Permanent Residents (PR)
• New Zealand citizens
• Subclass 485 / 491 / 191 visa holders

About The Employer

Sodexo is a prominent international contract services organization and a distinct global leader in integrated facilities management, partnering with major energy and resources clients to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable operational solutions. Driven by the core mission to enhance daily quality of life, Sodexo prides itself on maintaining a supportive, inclusive, and diverse workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Sodexo is fully committed to creating a welcoming corporate environment for all qualified applicants, regardless of background or physical capability.

Applicant Safety & Screening Reminder

• Mandatory Verification: Concrete hiring deployment and contractual agreements remain strictly subject to formal right-to-work visa verification, trade license validation, background checks, and standard pre-employment medical and safety clearances.
• Security Warning: Legitimate global operations like Sodexo never require job seekers to pay upfront administrative processing fees, background clearance deposits, or direct tool procurement bonds. Avoid sharing confidential credit card profiles or your Tax File Number (TFN) until an official, verified contract package has been safely executed by the corporate HR division.

Original Source: Sodexo Australia Energy & Resources Infrastructure Registry — Maintenance Supervisor (Weipa Remote Operations, Job No: REF28361U)