Defects Lead Hand — Construction Site Remediation

Parkview Constructions Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Career progression

Professional development support

Paid parental leave

Health & wellbeing programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Parkview Constructions Pty is seeking an experienced Leading Hand – Defects to join our Client Services team in Sydney. This hands-on role focuses on investigating building defects and coordinating rectification across completed Sydney metro projects, working with subcontractors, consultants, clients and internal stakeholders to ensure quality outcomes.

You will supervise trades, read plans, and drive practical defect solutions while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Carpentry or related building trade.
• Construction Industry White Card held.
• Experience as Leading Hand or Supervisor on building sites.
• Strong knowledge of building methods and defect rectification.
• Experience coordinating and supervising subcontractors and trades.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Investigate building defects and coordinate rectification works.
• Conduct onsite investigations to identify defect causes and develop solutions.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and trades for remedial works.
• Monitor rectification works for safety, efficiency, and quality.
• Coordinate trades, materials and resources to meet timeframes.
• Review subcontractor quotations and monitor rectification costs.
• Prepare reports and updates on defect investigations and rectifications.
• Read and interpret plans, drawings and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with building, quality and WHS requirements.
• Conduct site inductions and monitor subcontractor compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams, consultants and clients to resolve defects.
• Identify recurring defects and contribute to lessons learned and improvements.

Skills

Trade qualification Carpentry

White Card

Leading Hand/Supervisor experience

Reading plans & drawings

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

WHS knowledge

Job description

Parkview Constructions Pty is seeking an experienced Leading Hand – Defects to join our Client Services team in Sydney. This hands-on role focuses on investigating building defects and coordinating rectification across completed Sydney metro projects, working with subcontractors, consultants, clients and internal stakeholders to ensure quality outcomes.

You will supervise trades, read plans, and drive practical defect solutions while maintaining safety and quality standards.