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Site Supervisor | Testing & Commissioning | Multiple opportunities

CompanyUGL Limited
LocationBrisbane
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 22, 2026
About The Company
UGL Regional Linx was established in 2021, after parent company, UGL Limited was selected to deliver operations and maintenance of rail infrastructure for the Country Regional Network (CRN). This network ensures the safe movement of people and goods throughout the regions of NSW, and links Sydney with many important regional centres. UGL Regional Linx commenced operations on January 30 2022 and works on behalf of the client, Transport for NSW (TfNSW) and will be responsible for managing an important network of assets. As part of its operation, UGL Regional Linx’s scope of work includes: • Network operations • Rail infrastructure maintenance and implementation of a new train control system - UGL’s proprietary system, Sigview. • Asset and property management, and • Safety, access, performance, and environmental management. UGL Regional Linx has made a strong commitment to local and indigenous employment, further strengthening the organisation’s commitment to regional NSW. As part of its operations, UGL Regional Linx established its head office and Network Control Centre in the heart of the Central West, Orange, NSW. The CRN network includes: • 2,386 route kilometres of operational passenger and freight rail lines, including 996 km of branch line track used predominantly for haulage of grain, with lower mass and speed limits than other parts of the network • 3,139 route kilometres of non-operational lines • 27,000 hectares of land and infrastructure • 1,312 level crossings (300 active) • 1,200 property assets (including 356 heritage sites) • 600 rail under bridges and 384 road overbridges The CRN is a crucial piece of infrastructure to regional NSW and UGL Regional Linx is committed to ensure that it delivers for all customers, from rail passengers to farmers and industry.
About the Role

UGL | Major Rail Tunnel Project

UGL is seeking a highly motivated Site Testing & Commissioning Supervisor to support the delivery of a major rail tunnel project. This role will play a critical part in ensuring testing and commissioning activities are safely planned, coordinated, and executed on site.

Working closely with the Site Testing & Commissioning Manager, you will provide day-to-day supervision of commissioning works, coordinate field activities, and support the safe delivery of project milestones.

This is where the industry's best talent is right now. Get on board a complex, market-leading rail infrastructure project. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Site Testing & Commissioning Manager in the planning, coordination, and execution of site testing and commissioning activities.

  • Prepare and maintain site safety documentation, including Work Method Statements (WMS), SWMS, permits, risk assessments, and commissioning documentation.

  • Conduct daily pre-start briefings, toolbox talks, and safety meetings with site personnel and contractors.

  • Supervise testing and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with project procedures, specifications, and safety requirements.

  • Coordinate commissioning interfaces with construction teams, subcontractors, and client representatives.

  • Monitor work progress and ensure activities are completed in accordance with approved schedules.

  • Assist with the preparation of test records, inspection reports, commissioning packs, and handover documentation.

  • Identify, escalate, and assist in resolving site issues, defects, and commissioning constraints.

  • Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all work fronts.

  • Support site inspections, audits, and compliance activities.

 

About You

  • Demonstrated experience in testing and commissioning, construction supervision, or rail infrastructure projects.

  • Strong understanding of site safety requirements, permit systems, and risk management processes.

  • Experience leading work crews and coordinating multidisciplinary teams in a live project environment.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • Ability to read and interpret commissioning procedures, drawings, and technical documentation.

  • Rail, tunnel, electrical, signalling, communications, mechanical, or systems experience highly regarded.

  • Relevant trade qualification, diploma, or engineering qualification preferred.

About UGL

As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team’s backgrounds, ideas, work styles.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

What we offer

Benefit from 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave.

Complimentary salary continuance insurance.

Discounted Medibank health insurance.

Shape your career with an Individual Development Plan.

Participate in our Wellness Program with AIA Vitality.

Access our OneRewards Discount Program.

 

How to apply 

If this role sounds like you, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity.

Please note: As part of the recruitment process, relevant screening checks will be conducted. These may include reference checks, verification of the right to work in Australia, a national criminal history check, anti-money laundering checks, and a pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening).

 

Job Ref 268785

Key Skills
Testing and commissioningConstruction supervisionRail infrastructureSite safetyRisk managementStakeholder managementTechnical documentationWork method statementsCommissioning coordinationProject schedulingTeam leadershipCompliance monitoringDefect resolutionSafety briefingsPermit systems
Categories
ConstructionEngineeringManagement & LeadershipEnergyTransportation
Benefits
Paid primary parental leaveSalary continuance insuranceDiscounted health insuranceIndividual development planWellness programDiscount program
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Site Supervisor will coordinate and execute testing and commissioning activities for a major rail tunnel project while ensuring compliance with safety and project specifications. They will also manage site documentation, lead daily briefings, and facilitate communication between construction teams and subcontractors.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
108
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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