Field Supervisor

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

At Konecranes and Demag, we are part of a Global organisation that has been in operation for over 80 years. With operations in over 50 countries worldwide, we are currently seeking an experienced Area Supervisor to join our team in Devonport, Tasmania

The Area Supervisor will be responsible for supervising field operatives and providing operational support in various operative processes including the customer consultation process, spot audits, quality control and safety. The Area Supervisor will be required to provide technical support and direction as needed to the Operative team as well as other stakeholders in the business and will play a critical role in ensuring larger projects are delivered within established budgets, scope and timeframes. In addition, the Field Supervisor will: 

• Lead field projects including field modernisations and refurbishments 
• Prioritises tasks and assign team members (and / or subcontractors) to ensure that the team’s overall resources are used effectively and that project deadlines are met. 
• Evaluate and authorise changes that significantly impact the scope, budget, or timeline of a project.  
• Maintain knowledge and awareness of profitability estimates of key projects and manages project risks effectively. 
• Manage ongoing relationships with external contractors ensuring the organization receives agreed standards of service 
• Perform regular Audits to monitor the quality of work performed by field operatives 
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture and actively encourage the reporting of observations. Incidents and near misses. 
• Perform third party inspections as/ when required 
• Identify parts and know where to source information on parts 
• Directly supervise technicians (and/or subcontracted labour) time entries and approve time sheets 
• Maintain a detailed understanding of the Australian Standards and act as a point of contact for others within the business. 
• Electrical License Essential

Why Join Konecranes?

Exciting Perks:

• Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000 to help you move to beautiful Devonport, Tasmania.
• Rent Assistance: $400 per week to cover accommodation costs.
• Competitive Salary: Attractive salary package based on experience.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Work-Life Balance: Supportive environment promoting a healthy work-life balance.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to take on a leadership role and make a difference in field operations, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are a great fit for this role.

Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.