Leading Hand - Commercial Construction

Verra Recruitment; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 85.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Mentorship

Training

Career progression

Descripción de la vacante

JobAdder Operations Pty in Melbourne is seeking a Leading Hand – Commercial Construction to support day-to-day site operations across metropolitan projects. The role is suitable for a carpenter ready to take on more responsibility or a Leading Hand transitioning into commercial construction.

You will work with experienced site leaders to develop supervision and coordination skills, with long-term development towards a Site Manager role. Travel to Melbourne sites is required.

Formación

• Carpentry trade background required or strong hands-on carpentry experience.
• Ability to coordinate trades on site and support the Site Manager.
• Good communication with subcontractors, suppliers, and teams.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and problem solving on site.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the Site Manager with daily site operations.
• Coordinate trades and resolve day-to-day issues on site.
• Organise works, materials, and deliveries to maintain progress.
• Monitor workmanship and support quality inspections and defect management.
• Support site safety, housekeeping and compliance requirements.
• Develop understanding of construction sequencing and site supervision.

Conocimientos

Carpentry

Site coordination

Communication

Safety compliance

Educación

Carpentry trade qualification

Descripción del empleo

Rare opportunity for a Leading Hand ready to make their mark across commercial building!

02nd October, 2026

Leading Hand – Commercial Construction

• Opportunity for a carpenter / leading hand to step into commercial construction
• Long-term development towards a Site Manager role
• Strong mentorship from experienced site leadership
• Internal training and ongoing professional development
• Projects across Melbourne's metropolitan area

The Company

Our client is a commercial builder offering a development opportunity for someone with a carpentry background who wants to build a long-term career in site management.

With a commitment to mentorship and internal training, they are looking for an aspiring Leading Hand who is keen to learn, take ownership and grow within the business.

The Role

Working alongside experienced site management, you will support the day-to-day running of commercial construction projects while developing your supervision and coordination skills.

This would suit a carpenter ready to take on more responsibility, or an existing Leading Hand looking to transition into commercial construction.

The long-term aim is to develop towards a Site Manager position, supported by practical experience, mentorship and training.

You must be willing to travel to sites throughout the Melbourne metropolitan area.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager with daily site operations and trade coordination
• Take a hands-on approach to site tasks and resolving day-to-day issues
• Help organise works, materials and deliveries to maintain progress
• Monitor workmanship and assist with quality inspections and defect management
• Support site safety, housekeeping and compliance requirements
• Develop your understanding of construction sequencing, programming and site supervision

The Ideal Candidate

• Carpentry trade background with strong practical construction knowledge
• A carpenter ready to step up, or a Leading Hand seeking commercial exposure
• Long-term ambition to progress into a Site Manager role
• Proactive, reliable and willing to learn from experienced site teams
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with subcontractors
• Willingness to travel across the entire Melbourne metropolitan area

What's On Offer

• An opportunity to transition into commercial construction
• Strong mentorship and support from experienced site leaders
• Internal training focused on developing your site management capability
• Practical exposure to the broader responsibilities of running a commercial site
• Long-term development towards a Site Manager position