Leading Hand Carpenter - Design & Build Recruitment
Design & Build Recruitment are seeking a Leading Hand Carpenter to join a high-end residential builder based in Melbourne's South Eastern Suburbs. Our client is a well-established builder delivering bespoke residential current builds, renovations, and extensions valued up to $15m. With a strong pipeline of projects currently underway and more due to begin, they are looking to expand their team.
They are looking for a Leading Hand who is skilled in carpentry and happy to be on the tools while assisting the Site Manager to ensure the day-to-day operations run smoothly. This role has a view to become a Site Manager within the business, making it ideal for someone looking to progress.
Responsibilities
Assisting in leading in-house carpenters and subcontractors across multiple sites
Planning daily and weekly tasks, allocating work, and monitoring progress
Ordering and coordinating materials, tools, and equipment deliveries
Maintaining site safety, compliance, and cleanliness
Liaising with suppliers and the internal team
Representing the builder professionally to clients, consultants, and trades
Contributing on the tools as required to support the team and drive progress
The ideal candidate will have
Experience across high-end/custom residential projects
A proven ability to lead and motivate a team
A strong understanding of construction sequencing, premium finishes, and site logistics
The ability to manage multiple moving parts while maintaining quality and control
For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B; and our clients please contact Bree Wiltshire on or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.
Employment type: Full-time
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Staffing and Recruiting
Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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📌 Leading Hand Carpenter
🏢 Design And Build Recruitment
📍 Melbourne