Contractor Supervisor | Toowoomba Wellcamp

Contractor Supervisor

Posted on 22-Jan-2026
Application Close Date: 05-Feb-2026
Location:
Toowoomba Wellcamp
Category:
Business Support
Position Type:
Temporary
Job Reference:
BOE/1905354
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The Opportunity
Boeing 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.

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