Leading Hand/Foreman

Built Strong Constructions; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Built Strong Constructions is seeking an experienced Foreman Carpenter to lead retail demolition, reconfiguration and fit-out projects across Melbourne. You will oversee现场 teams, read drawings, manage schedules, and ensure strict SWMS compliance.

The role requires leading hand experience, White Card and EWP, with readiness for after-hours work and travel across Melbourne projects. Join a team delivering safe, high-standard spaces for landmark tenants.

Qualifications

• Carpenters are preferred for the role (qualified carpenter).
• Leading hand/foreman experience (essential).
• White Card (mandatory).
• EWP ticket (mandatory).
• Experience in shopping centre or live environments (highly regarded).
• Strong understanding of site safety, PPE, and risk awareness.
• Reliable, punctual, and physically fit for hands on work.
• Able to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Willingness to work after hours, night shifts and weekends when required.
• Australian citizens only.

Responsibilities

• Oversee retail construction projects to meet tight deadlines and budgets.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications and scopes of work.
• Complete site set outs, measurements & take-offs.
• Organise materials, equipment and deliveries ahead of scheduled works.
• Supervise sub-contractors and implement quality control strategies.
• Maintain safe, clean and organised sites in line with SWMS and company procedures.
• Maintaining centre cleanliness at all times.
• Work in accordance with SWMS, permits, and site safety requirements.

Skills

Physically fit

Site leadership

Team support

Work under pressure

Direct trades

Growth mindset

Accountable

Flexible hours

Quality focus

Positive attitude

Reliability

Professionalism

Problem solving

Drug-free

Punctual

Education

Qualified Carpenter

Leading hand/foreman experience

White Card

EWP ticket

Job description

We are the experts in retail demolition, reconfiguration and building maintenance.

Our mission is to deliver precision outcomes for every retail space. We create safe, clean, low disruption environments that protect revenue, reputation, and customer experience.

We operate with reliability, trust, and disciplined execution. Our teams meet elite standards, hit deadlines, communicate clearly, and keep every project running smooth.

We minimise noise, reduce risk, follow guidelines, and uphold a professional standard that earns long-term trust. We keep businesses trading with confidence while we transform their spaces.

The Ideal Candidate Will Be:

• Physically fit and ready for fast paced construction work


• Looking to step up from full-time work on the tools into site leadership and management


• Willing to jump on the tools and support the team whenever needed


• Experienced in working within high pressure environments with short deadlines


• Able to direct trades to follow strict procedures, protocol and SWMS


• Willing and able to travel around Melbourne for projects


• Someone who wants to grow their skills and take on more responsibility


• Somone who is accountable for the jobs they have been assigned too


• Available for full time work with nights and weekends as required


• Someone who pushes for high standards and quality work


• Brings positive energy and a strong work ethic to the team


• Zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol


• Highly reliable and punctual


• Well presented, polite and respectful


• Able to implement effective problem solving skills

The Role

We work with the biggest landlords in Australia completing projects directly for them, with consistent work that challenges the team to grow their skills. As the business grows and takes on more projects so do the opportunities within the business. Additional training and tickets outside of the day-to-day will be provided, which will help you grow your skill set to move up and take on more responsibility.

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Oversee retail construction projects to meet tight deadlines and budgets


• Read and interpret drawings, specifications and scopes of work


• Complete site set outs, measurements & take-offs


• Organise materials, equipment and deliveries ahead of scheduled works


• Supervise sub-contractors and implement quality control strategies


• Maintain safe, clean and organised sites in line with SWMS and company procedures.


• Maintaining centre cleanliness at all times


• Work in accordance with SWMS, permits, and site safety requirements

About You

Carpenters are preferred for the role (qualified carpenter)

Leading hand/foreman experience (essential)

White Card (mandatory)

EWP ticket (mandatory)

Experience in shopping centre or live environments (highly regarded)

Strong understanding of site safety, PPE, and risk awareness

Reliable, punctual, and physically fit for hands on work

Able to work as part of a team and follow instructions

Willingness to work after hours, night shifts and weekends when required

Australian citizens only