Leading Hand

Dahlsens Building Centres Pty; Sale; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off with pay

Wellbeing program (Be Well)

Uniform provided

Employee discount platform

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Team discounts

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Dahlsens Building Centres Pty, a long-standing Australian builder materials supplier, seeks a Leading Hand at our Sale Roofing Centre. You will oversee folder, gutter/battens, sheeting, and loading teams, driving safety, quality, and on-time production while coordinating with the Branch Manager.

You will lead hands-on, plan production, train staff, and ensure compliance with safety guidelines in a busy manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading frontline production teams preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or building supplies industry preferred.
• Tertiary qualifications in Construction and Building preferred.
• Systems knowledge including computer skills and email.
• Strong organisational skills with production scheduling capability.
• Hands-on problem solving with a can-do attitude.
• Clear communication and teamwork; lifting/carrying up to 25kg (50kg with dual lift).

Responsibilities

• Lead folder team, gutter/fascia/battens team, sheeting manufacture and loading/unloading personnel.
• Schedule tasks based on workload and priorities.
• Conduct inspections to identify defects and address them promptly.
• Ensure production targets and deadlines are met.
• Provide safety training and ensure PPE availability.
• Maintain inventory levels for production materials.
• Keep production records and quality control logs.
• Ensure accurate and timely fulfillment of customer orders.

Skills

Leadership experience

Industry experience

Computer skills

Planning

Problem solving

Numeracy

Communication

Physical ability

Education

Construction/Building qualifications

Job description

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Leading Hand

ABOUT US

Dahlsens Family Group of Companies is a proud, long-standing partner to Australia's builders, from local trades and serious renovators to large-scale residential and commercial projects. As an Australian family owned and run business, we are committed to supporting the industry and the communities we serve.

We offer a true whole-of-house solution, supporting the build from the ground up - from wall frames and trusses through to doors, hardware, windows, roofing, kitchens, bathrooms, and lifestyle cabinetry. We are here to make building simpler, smarter, and more reliable.

With a legacy dating back to 1877, we continue to evolve, helping builders get the job done right and this is just the beginning.

ABOUT US

Family owned Dahlsens Family Companies has been operating since 1877 and is one of the largest independent suppliers of timber and building materials to many of the best home builders in Australia.

We offer a family-feel culture and work environment that sets us apart from others in the industry. We are part of a 70-site national group, including Dahlsens, Cairns Hardware and Nortruss with over one thousand trusted support team professionals, trade experts, drivers, and yards people. Dahlsens invest in our people, partners, and communities to make a positive and sustainable contribution.

Our people live and breathe the Dahlsens Values daily; Take Responsibility, Grow Together, Everyone Contributes.

145 years of experience, so we know what we are talking about…. keep reading if you are looking for big things.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Full-time permanent opportunity + attractive hourly rate + super + working with an awesome team
• Free uniform and safety boots reimbursement provided up to $120.00
• Be part of a 145 year old organisation that puts its people first and has their best interests at heart

As a Leading Hand at our Sale Roofing Centre, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the production of high-quality roofing products while ensuring a safe and efficient work environment. You will lead a team of skilled team members across the folder team, gutter/fascia/battens team, sheeting manufacture and all personnel involved in loading and unloading of vehicles.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will combine hands-on leadership, quality control, production planning, safety compliance and equipment management. You will assign tasks and ensure the team adheres to company policies and safety guides, work closely with the Branch Manager to plan and schedule activities, and monitor and improve the quality of our roofing products so every order leaves the plant to spec.

This is a step-up role for someone who leads from the floor, backs their team to deliver, and takes real pride in a safe, well-run roofing plant every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE

• Leading and motivating the folder team, gutter/fascia/battens team, sheeting manufacture and loading/unloading personnel
• Scheduling and assigning tasks based on workload and priorities
• Conducting regular inspections to identify defects or issues and addressing them promptly
• Ensuring production targets and deadlines are met
• Conducting safety training for team members and ensuring they have the necessary protective equipment
• Maintaining inventory levels of materials and supplies required for all aspects of production
• Maintaining records of production activities, including daily reports, inventory logs and quality control records
• Ensuring customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time, checked and released to transport
• Providing input into manufacturing rosters and monitoring team levels to minimise overtime
• Providing training, guidance, coaching and development to manufacturing team membersRecognising and contributing to team mental health and physical wellbeing
• Manual handling of roofing products and materials (lifting up to 25kg, occasionally up to 50kg in a dual lift)
• Reporting hazards, near misses and incidents promptly via Donesafe
• Living the 'Our Circle of Care' principles - See, Say, Listen, Stop - and looking out for the safety of yourself, your team, our customers and the community

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Previous experience in a Leading Hand or similar frontline leadership role (preferred, training provided)
• Experience in the manufacturing or building supplies industry (preferred)
• Tertiary qualifications in Construction and Building (preferred)
• Systems knowledge, including computer skills and email
• Team leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and develop a production team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to perform production scheduling
• Problem-solving ability with a hands-on, roll-your-sleeves-up approach
• Numeracy skills for calculating proportions, percentages, area and volume
• Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Physically capable of bending, lifting, balancing, kneeling, crouching and carrying - including lifting up to 25kg (and up to 50kg in a dual lift) throughout the day
• A reliable team player who leads by example, works safely every day and brings a can-do attitude

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us or any Dahlsens team member about this role. We're managing this recruitment directly and aren't seeking agency support at this time.

PERKS

• Take a day off on your birthday and still get paid for it.
• Be part of something strong, we really are growing together.
• Your contribution is valued and celebrated; the company culture lives this.
• An impressive 'Be Well' program supporting you and your wellbeing.
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members.
• Access to our awesome reward and benefits platform with cashback discounts at over 400 retailers such as Adidas, Woolworths, Coles, Ikea, Woolworths, Myer, Rebel Sports + more!
• Education Assistance Program - your development is important.
• Uniform provided so you can look the part when customer facing.
• Team member discounts may be available (T&C may apply)
• Work with a great bunch of friendly people who want to see you succeed.

PLEASE NOTE

The successful applicant will be subject to a comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a National Police & Right to Work.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a zero tolerance to Drugs and Alcohol in the workplace and we do conduct regular random workplace testing.

Only applicants with the Right to Work in Australia will be considered for this position.

PERKS

• Take a day off on your Birthday & still get paid for it (subject to eligibility).
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members.
• Uniform provided so you can look the part when customer facing.
• Access to our awesome reward and benefits platform with cashback discounts at over 400 retailers such as Adidas, Woolworth