Leading Hand / Working Foreman Shopfitter
Employer undisclosedRole managed by a recruiter
Lead on-site shopfitting installations for retail, hospitality and fast‑food projects.
15 days ago ago
A$45 - A$50
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Onsite
Role
What you would be doing
drawing interpretation
design compliance
site inspections
installation
task allocation
defect rectification
- Interpret installation drawings and technical details accurately.
- Maintain comprehensive safety and quality documentation and site inductions.
- Provide clear progress updates and communicate any issues or changes to the project team.
- Coordinate closely with project managers and workshop teams to ensure timely delivery and installation sequencing.
- Ensure all installations comply with design specifications, building codes, and client standards.
- Represent the company professionally during inspections, handovers, and client meetings.
- Work with a national fit-out specialist delivering premium retail, fast-food and hospitality projects.
- Serve as the primary on-site leader liaising with clients, landlords, and centre management.
- Manage daily workflow and allocate tasks across site installation teams and subcontractors.
- Conduct daily site inspections for quality assurance and safety compliance.
- Lead and perform on-site installation of joinery and fit-out components at multiple retail, fast-food and hospitality sites.
- Promote a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and high-quality workmanship.
- Identify and rectify defects or inconsistencies promptly.
What you bring
carpentry
team management
drawings
foreman
whs
white card
- Trade qualification in carpentry, joinery, shopfitting, or equivalent essential.
- Experience managing subcontractors and tight project timelines.
- Skilled in reading and interpreting installation drawings and joinery details.
- Proven experience as a Leading Hand, Working Foreman, or Senior Shopfitter focusing on site installation in fit-out or construction projects.
- Demonstrated ability to manage installation teams on multiple sites concurrently.
- Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of WHS regulations, building codes, and installation best practices.
- Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail and quality.
- White Card and driver’s licence essential; additional safety tickets highly regarded.
- Diverse projects across major brands.
- Career progression into senior site management roles.
- Supportive, collaborative team environment with clear communication.
- $45 – $50 per hour + Super + Vehicle Allowance (depending on experience)
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