Job Description

About Us

Pressure Dynamics is a leading engineering and services contractor specialising in hydraulic and lifting solutions for the Oil & Gas, Mining, Infrastructure, Marine, Defence, Power Generation, and Industrial sectors. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where our people feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow, guided by our core values of Integrity, Accountability, Care, and Teamwork.

Our Perks & Benefits

• Referral Bonus - your successful referral could earn you a bonus!
• Novated Leasing Options – Access tax-effective vehicle leasing and get more from your salary!
• Income Protection Insurance – Enjoy peace of mind with company funded income protection cover
• Exclusive Employee Discounts – Take advance of Mitsubishi National Fleet Pricing & JB Hi-Fi Corporate Discounts
• Wellbeing support - For you and your whole family through our leading EAP

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Onsite Supervisor to join our Service team in Cairns. In this role you will be responsible for managing onsite resources, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You will supervise tradespersons, trade assistants, and apprentices, providing both technical and leadership support. The position requires balancing hands-on hydraulic expertise with workforce planning, customer engagement, and maintaining compliance with safety and quality systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage onsite labour and equipment to achieve optimal utilisation and efficiency
• Supervise and monitor work progress to ensure quality outcomes and timely completion
• Provide technical hydraulic support, including installation, removal, and live testing of equipment
• Scope, plan, and allocate resources for site jobs in collaboration with the Service Manager and workshop team
• Oversee and complete customer preventative maintenance documentation and service reports
• Contribute to quotes, bids, and tenders through accurate scoping support
• Participate in the after-hours on-call roster, directing calls and supporting urgent jobs
• Build strong client relationships through professional communication and service delivery
• Ensure all tasks are completed in compliance with company safety, quality, and environmental standards

Qualifications & Experience

• Trade qualification (preferably Fitting and Turning/Mechanical) with a minimum of 5 years’ trade or supervisory experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing a team in the engineering or hydraulics industries
• Strong technical knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and general engineering
• Experience in a hydraulics workshop servicing mining, maritime, or related industries
• Sound understanding of OH&S, Environmental, and EEO legislation
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Ability to balance hands-on technical work with workforce and resource planning
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to a workplace culture that is inclusive, where everyone, regardless of cultural and ethnic background, age, gender, disability, or sexual orientation feels safe at work and has opportunities to contribute, develop and thrive. We work better, together.

Apply Now!

If this role sounds interesting and you’re looking for an opportunity with a growing business, submit your application today!

Direct Applicants only – Thanks Agencies, but our Talent Acquisition team has got this!