About the Role:
Makesafe Builders, part of the Johns Lyng Group, is a trusted leader in insurance building and restoration, delivering high-quality repair and reconstruction services across Australia. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced
Large Loss Supervisor to join our team.
In this role, you will oversee the successful delivery of complex, high-value residential and commercial insurance building projects from initial assessment through to completion. Working closely with insurers, loss adjusters, subcontractors, suppliers and clients, you'll ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, within scope and budget, while maintaining the high standards of quality and customer service that Makesafe Builders is known for.
We Offer:
- Fully maintained company vehicle, fuel card & toll tag
- Mobile phone, laptop & iPad provided
- Stable, full-time role with a national industry leader
- Genuine career progression and partnership opportunities
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee discounts and benefits
- Immediate start available
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Oversee the delivery of large and complex insurance building projects from initial assessment through to completion.
- Conduct site inspections, review scopes of work and coordinate demolition, structural works and all relevant trades to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality standards.
- Monitor project progress, budgets, costs, variations and timelines, identifying and resolving risks, delays and project issues as they arise.
- Act as the key point of contact for insurers, loss adjusters, claims managers, policyholders and other stakeholders, providing regular updates and managing expectations throughout the project.
- Review and approve quotations, purchase orders, invoices and subcontractor claims, ensuring works are completed within approved budgets wherever possible.
- Ensure all works comply with approved scopes, contracts, WHS requirements, relevant building regulations and company policies, maintaining all required documentation and records.
- Prepare project reports, maintain accurate documentation and contribute to the ongoing improvement of processes for managing large and complex insurance losses.
Key Selection Criteria:
Do you have proven examples of demonstrating drive and energy? Are you extremely motivated and can think outside the box? Do you want the opportunity to potentially work your way into a partnership? Being able to demonstrate and highlight examples of these are the key criteria for you to be successful in joining our existing talented and passionate team. The following selection criteria is also important, but we are happy to teach and mentor you along the way.
- Construction / Building Trade Qualification or relevant experience
- Strong written & verbal communication skills, including a professional phone manner
- Excellent time management & organisational skills
- Relationship building skills
- Highly computer literate including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
- Can-do & positive attitude
- Willingness to learn & start from the ground up in a fast-moving organisation & team
- Prior experience as a Supervisor is desirable but not essential
- Valid Australian driver licence
Please note: The successful candidate must have the right to work in Australia and be prepared to undergo a pre-employment medical examination and criminal background check where required
Agency Notice: The Johns Lyng Group do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies. Please do not forward resumes to hiring managers, or any other company employees. JLG are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes
