Leading Hand Framing Carpenter

CJM Carpentry Pty Ltd; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CJM Carpentry Pty Ltd in Ipswich, QLD is seeking an experienced Leading Hand Carpenter to join our framing crew. You will lead a small team on timber framing and roof construction projects, read and interpret building plans, and ensure high workmanship standards on every job.

The successful candidate will bring extensive timber framing and roof experience, strong leadership, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment. Competitive pay based on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in timber framing and roof construction.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work independently.
• Ability to read and interpret building plans.
• Competitive pay based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Set out and build roofs with confidence.
• Lead and work alongside a team.
• Maintain high standard of quality across jobs.
• Read and interpret building plans.
• Manage timber framing and roof construction projects.

Skills

Timber framing

Roof construction

Leadership

Building plans reading

Communication

Quality workmanship

Job description

We are currently looking for an experienced and reliable Leading Hand Carpenter to join our framing crew. The successful applicant will lead and work alongside a team on timber framing projects, particularly roof construction.

Key responsibilities

• Set out and build roofs with confidence
• Lead and work alongside a team
• Maintain high standard of quality across jobs
• Read and interpret building plans
• Manage timber framing and roof construction projects

About you

• Extensive experience in timber framing and roof construction
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong attention to detail
• High standard of workmanship
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work independently
• Ability to read and interpret building plans
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Great team environment
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Opportunity to take on a leadership role within our growing crew