Leading Hand Carpenter

Hays
Sunshine Coast QLDCasual

Listed 17 Jun 2026

Closes 17 Jun 2027

Looking for a motivated and experienced commercial leading hand carpenter on the Sunshine Coast

Role Type: Temporary
Salary/Hour Rate: $5055 Flat Rate + Super
Preferred Start Date: Immediately Available
Location: Sunshine Coast

The Company
Our client is a commercial builder, with particular experience in apartment developments and local, state and government facilities. Theyve built everything from offices to mining accommodation; childcare centres and aged care facilities; to university buildings, sporting complexes and police stations. Our client specialises in schools and education, as well as construction in remote and challenging locations. They are currently seeking a leading hand to assist them on an education project. The right candidate will have the opportunity to grow within the company, and work towards progression into a permanent role.
Duties

Providing day-to-day direction, supervision, and management of on-site trades. Directing and endorsing policy to fulfil objectives and achieve specific goals Reporting to and assisting the site manager. Provide hands-on assistance where required. Monitor on-site compliance and safety, including assisting with inductions and reviewing SWMS.Experience and Licences Required

Trade Qualification and background in Carpentry.QBCC Supervisor Licence (Desired but not essential)Prior commercial structures experience as a leading hand on commercial projects in particular, government projectsHave a thorough knowledge of the drawings, specifications, and quality requirements for all site-related activitiesGood communication skillsAbility to be hands-on with proven leadership skillsAttention to detailStrong sense of teamworkProven ability to constantly deliver high quality construction projects within budget and programme constraints.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call either Ashleigh Hunter or Isabel Holowko on (07) 5313 8244.

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