About Us
With over 20 years of experience, Australian Heritage Restorations is a leading provider of high-quality heritage restoration and remediation works dedicated to the preservation and restoration of Australia's historical landmarks and structures. With a strong commitment to quality craftsmanship and historical accuracy, we take pride in our role in maintaining the nation's heritage for future generations. With a locally awarded contract, we are seeking a suitability qualified and experienced Leading Hand Bricklayer or Stonemason to join our team on a contract basis, commencing September through to December/January to support our Mittagong and Moss Vale projects.
About the role
As a Bricklayer or Stonemason Leading Hand you will oversee roofing and other subcontractors and trade crews as necessary, ensuring high-quality workmanship, safety compliance, and efficient project delivery. The ideal candidate will have proven leading hand experience, strong leadership skills, excellent trade expertise, and a commitment to safety on-site. Prior supervisory experience is essential, as you will coordinate tasks, mentor apprentices, and liaise with other trades to ensure the success of the project.
Experience in assisting with the management of short term projects would be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
* Responsible for a safe site and safe work practices
* Capable of maintaining schedules / timeframes, managing clients, trade and other employees
* Dealing with any issues in a professional manner
* Required to follow building plans and specifications to meet the needs of clients
* Construct building frameworks, including walls, floors and door frames
* Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures
* Instruct and direct labourers, apprentices and other trades
* Be able to report and collaborate with the Project Manager throughout the projects
* Ensure all company assets are secure and used safely and competently
Skills and Qualifications:
* Knowledge of Workplace, Occupation Health and Safety regulation
* Heritage Restoration experience, highly desirable
* Competently read and follow engineering and architectural plans
* Must have your own hand tools and power tools
* Have ability to manage trades, contractors, and junior employees in a professional manner
* Possess a recognised trade certificate
* Hold a current First Aid Certificate
* Must hold a valid white card and a NSW Qualified Supervisor Certificate
* Must hold a driver's licence and have access to a vehicle
* Must be able to apply for Working with Children Check (WWCC)
* Must be able to obtain a National Police Check with no disclosable outcomes
* Must be able to pass a Drug and Alcohol test at anytime
Why Join Us
Australian Heritage Restorations gives our team opportunities to work on exciting and challenging projects. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment built on trust and transparency.
We offer a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
If you are a motivated and experienced Bricklayer/Stonemason Leading Hand looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, and cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the position, along with relevant certifications/qualifications.
All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment.
Due to the volume of candidates, we may not be able to reach out to everyone. We appreciate the time and effort that goes into applying for roles and, unless you notify us otherwise, we'll keep your details on file for other opportunities.