Oversees multiple SMP work fronts, supervisors and contractors across a construction or major shutdown program.
Related role band: $195k–$285kFabrication, lifting & SMP · Leadership
SMP supervisor
Supervises structural, mechanical and piping work fronts and coordinates the trades, lifting and quality interfaces.
Indicative 2026 annual cash$160k–$225kGross, generally before super
Common roster contextProject or shutdown rosters often include 2/1 and rotating shifts; employment may be campaign-based.
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Supervises structural, mechanical and piping work fronts and coordinates the trades, lifting and quality interfaces. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Sequence structural and mechanical work
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Check competence, access and permits
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Manage quality handover and defects
The assets
Equipment and systems
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SMP drawings and work packs
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Lift plans and inspection records
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Look-ahead schedules
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
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Relevant trade or construction leadership depth
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Defined supervisory authority
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Welding, rigging and statutory sign-off remain with appropriately authorised people
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
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Work-front and crew scope
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Interface and risk decisions
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Quality and schedule handover
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
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Build a trade and multidisciplinary project base
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Lead bounded SMP packages
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Develop contract, quality and supervision competence
Earning context
What tends to move pay
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Experience and verified scope
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Roster, location and shift pattern
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Employer, contract and allowances
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
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Is this base salary, gross cash or a package including super?
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Which roster, point of hire, ordinary hours and overtime terms apply?
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What duties, equipment and written authorities are included in the offer?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Directs a defined mine construction, upgrade or shutdown project through scope, delivery, cost, risk and handover.
Related role band: $170k–$260kLeads several crews or supervisors and owns a broader operating or maintenance area and its performance.
Related role band: $190k–$280kProgression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. A related profile is a starting point, not a guarantee of that exact title or scope. Browse all 98 role profiles →
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining comparisons, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Pay presentation reviewed 27 September 2026.