Contractor Supervisor

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Wellcamp, Queensland
In-Office
Mid level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Cybersecurity • Defense • Manufacturing
The Role
As a Contractor Supervisor, you'll oversee site activities, manage logistics, ensure compliance, train workers, and coordinate inspections for a military aircraft production facility.
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Location:
Toowoomba Wellcamp
Category:
Business Support
Position Type:
Temporary
Job Reference:
BOE/1905354
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The OpportunityBoeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking several a Contractor Supervisors to join the MQ-28 Ghost Bat Production Facility build at Wellcamp, Toowoomba, QLD.
This is a rare opportunity to work on Boeing's first final assembly facility outside North America and help build a state-of-the-art site that will deliver Australia's first military-designed combat aircraft in more than 50 years and redefine how advanced aircraft are made.
In this role you will build something that matters, grow with a high-performing team, and leave a legacy in Australian defence manufacturing
Why this is exciting
  • Be part of a team that will be building a state-of-the-art final assembly facility - shaping processes and decisions from day one, influence key milestones, and enjoy competitive reward, relocation support (if applicable), and the opportunity to grow with a long-term, high-impact program.
  • Shape the future of Australian aerospace manufacturing - your work will support national defence capabilities and the growth of local industry.

As the Contractor Supervisor at Boeing you will:
  • Oversee day-to-day site activities to ensure work is executed safely, on schedule and to quality requirements.
    • Carrying out approval and oversight of JSEAs, isolations (LOTO), permits, and high-risk work across site.
  • Manage site setup and logistics: control access, materials delivery, storage, plant positioning and housekeeping.
  • Monitor daily progress and report deviations to the Project Manager; update look-ahead plans and schedules
  • Support inductions and training for new workers; check licenses, tickets and competency of operatives and plant operators.
  • Issue and follow up on non-conformance reports (NCRs) and safety corrective actions; verify closure.
  • Liaise with subcontractor supervisors, client representatives and inspectors during routine site meetings.
  • Maintain records: daily logs, attendance sheets, inspection checklists, SWMS/permit registers and handover documentation.
  • Coordinate testing, inspections and handovers for completed elements with QA and commissioning teams.
  • Conduct daily site inspections and keep site diary entries, including weather, workforce, deliveries and notable events
  • Verify work is carried out to drawings, specifications and instructions; raise RFIs and coordinate minor design clarifications with the project team.
  • Ensure waste disposal is adequate and aligned with BDA's policies and procedures

Who we're looking for
  • Relevant trade Certificate or Diploma , licenses or tickets where applicable (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, electrical supervision credentials if supervising those trades)
  • Plant tickets if required to operate equipment (forklift, elevated work platform) or evidence of supervising certified operators
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and basic setting out.
  • Strong knowledge of Australian Standards / Acts & Regulations
  • Collaborative mindset, excellent communication skills and a drive to mentor others.
  • Willingness to be based at Wellcamp with occasional travel to suppliers and Boeing sites.
  • EHS experience

Security requirement
  • Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

Location
  • Wellcamp (Toowoomba Regional Airport), Queensland, Australia
  • These roles will commence between September and November 2026

Contract Length
  • This is an 18 month fixed term contract.

Relocation
  • Will be considered for the right applicant.

Built on Boeing values - your everyday guide
  • Safety & Quality: Prioritise safety and deliver robust, reliable designs that Defence trusts.
  • Trust: Operate with integrity, transparency and an unwavering commitment to customer priorities.
  • People Focus: Thrive in a collaborative culture that values respect, mentoring and teamwork.
  • Ownership: Take pride in your work and be accountable for delivering excellence across the lifecycle.
  • Innovation: Bring curiosity and creativity to turn technical challenges into capability advantage.

What's in it for you
  • Work on a once-in-a-generation defence program: be part of a team that will deliver Boeing's first final assembly facility outside North America and help produce Australia's first military-designed combat aircraft in 50+ years - a standout, high-visibility achievement for your career.
  • Real legacy and impact: contribute to a state-of-the-art facility and a program that will redefine advanced aircraft manufacturing in Australia.
  • Strong safety and values-driven culture: to operate within Boeing's safety-first, integrity-led environment that emphasises quality, ownership and innovation.

Join us and help build something big - a sovereign manufacturing capability, a bold new aircraft program, and the next chapter of Boeing in Australia.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

Top Skills

Australian Standards
Jseas
Loto
Quality Management
Relevant Trade Certificate Or Diploma

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