Carpentry Supervisor

The Lorian Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lorian Group in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Leading Hand / Carpentry Supervisor to join our family-run team. You will split time between hands-on carpentry and supervising day-to-day site activities across commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects.

On smaller projects you may run works independently or assist the Site Manager on larger jobs. You will coordinate subcontractors, maintain safety and quality, and contribute to successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Carpentry.
• Experience as Leading Hand/Foreman/Carpentry Supervisor within commercial construction.
• Comfortable working on tools and in a supervisory capacity.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors and manage smaller projects independently.
• Strong communication, positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.
• White Card and relevant industry tickets.

Responsibilities

• Carry out carpentry works across commercial fitout, refurbishment and new-build projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors and trades to keep works progressing to program.
• Assist with day-to-day supervision and management of site activities.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety and quality across projects.
• Work with Site Manager and project team to ensure successful delivery.

Skills

Carpentry

Leadership

Site supervision

Job description

Your New Company

The Lorian Group have partnered with a well-established, family-run commercial contractor with over 20 years in the industry. Specialising in government and education projects, they deliver a mix of new-build, refurbishment and fitout works up to $5m. With a continuous pipeline of government work and a strong reputation in the industry, they are looking to bring on an experienced Leading Hand / Carpentry Supervisor to join their Brisbane team.

Your New Role

This is a hands-on supervisory position where you'll be working across a variety of commercial projects, splitting your time between carpentry work and overseeing day-to-day site activities. Depending on the size of the project, you'll either be running smaller jobs independently or working alongside a Site Manager on larger projects.

Your Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out carpentry works across commercial fitout, refurbishment and new-build projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors and trades to ensure works are progressing to programme.
• Assist with the day-to-day supervision and management of site activities.
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship, safety and quality across projects.
• Work closely with the Site Manager and wider project team to ensure successful project delivery.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Trade qualification in Carpentry.
• Previous experience as a Leading Hand, Foreman or Carpentry Supervisor within commercial construction.
• Comfortable working both on the tools and in a supervisory capacity.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors and manage smaller projects independently.
• Strong communication skills, a good attitude and willingness to get involved wherever needed.
• White Card and relevant industry tickets.

What You Will Get in Return

• Long-term job security with a consistent pipeline of government and education projects.
• Join an established, family-run business with a supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to take ownership of smaller projects while continuing to develop your supervisory experience.
• A good mix of hands-on carpentry and site supervision.
• Competitive salary package based on experience.

Additional information

• Mixed on-the-tools and supervision role
• Chance to grow and learn within the business
• Consistent pipeline of work