An outstanding opportunity exists for a Building Supervisor to join our Hobart Team.

About us
Contact Group is proud to be a solely Tasmanian owned business employing Tasmanians and stimulating the Tasmanian economy.

Contact Group has evolved from the growth of our Contact Electrical businesses. The electrical industry is currently in a fast-paced innovative space with new advancements in current technology happening almost daily, as a result 12 divisions have been created that offers a diverse range of services to our customers.

Our projects span a mixture of government, industrial, commercial, and domestic contracts. Our other divisions include; Electrical, Maintenance & Essential Services, Fire Protection, Facilities & Maintenance, ICT, Communications Fibre & Data, AV, Security & CCTV, HV, Renewable Energy & Generation and lastly, Automation.

The Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Building Supervisor to join our team in Hobart, Tasmania. This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced tradesperson looking to transition into a supervisory position, combining both office and field-based responsibilities. The successful candidate will manage and oversee building maintenance within the welfare housing industry and ensure work is completed on time, to budget, and in compliance with all relevant building codes and client expectations.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervise and coordinate the work of tradespeople on-site, ensuring that projects meet quality standards and are completed within established timelines.
• Prepare accurate quotes and estimates for building maintenance and repair works.
• Effectively manage time and resources, balancing office-based administrative duties with on-site supervision and field tasks.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of welfare housing properties, ensuring work is completed to the required standard.
• Ensure all work complies with building codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, stakeholders, and team members, providing regular updates and addressing any concerns promptly.
• Perform office-based tasks such as reporting, documentation, and tracking project progress, using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).

The successful applicant will have the following attributes:

• Ability to comprehend, and communicate to others, policies, procedures, and contractual obligations.
• High level attention to detail.
• Ability to work both autonomously and within the team.
• Very high-level communication skills.
• Ability to strategize within a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to problem solve and make quick decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) with ability to learn new software programs.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to juggle office-based and field-based tasks efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a variety of clients, contractors, and team members in an empathetic and understanding manner.

OTHER ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Lead by example and promote a positive work environment
• Mentor team members in correct work practices and identify training and development opportunities.
• Provide training and support to team and direct reports to correctly complete system and paperwork requirements to ensure Contact Group, client and contractual expectations are met.
• Conduct regular performance reviews of direct reports and manage any issues if required.
• Escalate any identified performance issues to the relevant manager

EDUCATION

• Building Licence (current and valid) preferred.
• Driver's Licence (current and valid)
• Working with Venerable People & Police Check (or ability to obtain)
• Experience in hands-on trade work (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, electrical) with a strong understanding of maintenance processes.
• Familiarity with welfare housing projects or similar construction and maintenance sectors.

EXPERIENCE

• Background in welfare housing or social housing projects.
• Experience preparing quotes and estimates for maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to transition from a hands-on trade role to a supervisory and office-based position.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is a mix of field and office based.

CAREER PATHS
Opportunities for further education and career advancement as the business grows or roles open.

Attractive Remuneration Package-including:
$89,552.00 - $97,693.00 (EBA Level rate negotiated commensurate with experience)
Plus:
Industry Leading EBA Wages & Conditions + additional allowances and benefits.

• Superannuation
• Company vehicle
• Mobile phone
• Tablet
• Company Uniform and all associated Safety Clothing
• EBA negotiated allowances
• Income Protection
• Severance Fund

All field-based positions are conditional to a medical being undertaken

• For a copy of our EBA please email [email protected]
• Interested applicants should apply by submitting a resume and cover letter.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.