Lead Carpenter & Onsite Team Leader - Renovations

Nyblad Construction; Caloundra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

Competitive remuneration

Manageable project workload

Variety of residential renovation work

Family-owned business

Collaborative team environment

Mentoring opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Nyblad Construction is seeking an experienced Leading Hand Carpenter to lead on-site renovation works across the Sunshine Coast. This hands-on role combines high-quality carpentry with site coordination, guiding carpenters, apprentices and subcontractors to deliver projects safely and to a high standard.

You will oversee a manageable number of projects, plan materials, manage priorities and maintain communication with the Builder and Scheduler while mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in carpentry and a current White Card.
• Extensive experience in residential construction, ideally specialising in renovations.
• Previous experience as a Leading Hand or demonstrated ability to lead an onsite team.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, sequencing and quality standards.
• The ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and scopes of work.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence coordinating trades and managing competing site priorities.
• A proactive approach to planning and identifying potential issues.
• High standards of workmanship, presentation and workplace safety.
• A current driver's licence and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking high-quality carpentry and general renovation works.
• Leading and coordinating the day-to-day activities of onsite employees and subcontractors.
• Managing site priorities and ensuring works progress according to the project schedule.
• Planning ahead for materials, trades and labour requirements.
• Identifying potential delays, site issues and quality concerns early.
• Maintaining safe, clean, organised and professional worksites.
• Mentoring apprentices and supporting less experienced team members.
• Providing clear and timely project updates to the Builder and Construction Scheduler & Coordinator.
• Maintaining professional and respectful communication with clients and other stakeholders.
• Assisting with final inspections, defects and project handovers.

Skills

Carpentry expertise

Leadership

On-site coordination

Planning

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Mentoring

Scheduling

Time management

Education

Trade qualification in carpentry

White Card

Residential renovation experience

Leading Hand or onsite team leadership

Ability to read plans and specs

Strong knowledge of construction processes

Excellent organisational skills

Good communication skills

Reliability and transport

Job description

Nyblad Construction is seeking an experienced Leading Hand Carpenter to lead on-site renovation works across the Sunshine Coast. This hands-on role combines high-quality carpentry with site coordination, guiding carpenters, apprentices and subcontractors to deliver projects safely and to a high standard.

You will oversee a manageable number of projects, plan materials, manage priorities and maintain communication with the Builder and Scheduler while mentoring junior team members.