Carpenter Leading Hand

Overview

Lead carpentry operations on residential projects, mentoring staff and ensuring quality.

Key Responsibilities

• subcontractor coordination
• project scheduling
• carpentry operations
• site safety
• apprentice mentoring
• quality control

Tasks

-Assist with coordinating subcontractors and maintaining project timelines -Oversee and lead site carpentry operations across a variety of residential projects -Maintain a safe and clean work environment and adhere to all site safety requirements -Manage and mentor two apprentices/labourers on-site -Work closely with the Site Manager to ensure smooth daily operations and quality control

Requirements

• leadership
• qbcc licence
• own tools
• white card
• carpenter
• detail focus

What You Bring

-Strong leadership and mentoring skills -QBCC Licence – Required -Own tools and reliable transport -Excellent attention to detail and ability to read and interpret plans -Proven experience as a Leading Hand or Senior Carpenter in residential construction -White Card -Hands-on ability and willingness to lead from the front

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Benefits

-Competitive salary of $90,000 – $110,000 + super, depending on experience -Strong career progression opportunities within a growing company -Stable, full-time role with consistent pipeline of work -Opportunities to work across diverse residential projects -Supportive and professional team environment

About Design & Build Recruitment

-Grown from a niche agency to a trusted specialist, serving Australia's built-environment sectors. -Part of the Search4 group, placing thousands in permanent and temporary roles. -Assignments span major construction, energy, engineering, and property projects, including rail, manufacturing, architecture, and business support. -Teams in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth serve multinational corporations, public agencies, and Australian-owned SMEs. -Consultants specialize in specific disciplines, combining market insight with targeted matchmaking to achieve successful hires. -Offer support for both temporary and permanent placements, including an in-house payroll service for contract staff. -Reputation built on delivering specialist roles, particularly in rail, planning, and energy, often in complex or high-stakes environments.

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