Leading Hand – High-Rise Residential Construction

EV Consulting Global; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Stable long-term career

Job summary

EV Consulting Global in Australia is seeking a skilled Leading Hand to join our high-rise residential projects. You will lead on-site teams, coordinate trades, and work closely with the Site Supervisor to keep daily work safe, organised, and on schedule.

The ideal candidate is trade-qualified, has 5–10 years of construction experience on high-rise sites, and can read drawings, manage quality, and communicate effectively with subcontractors and the site team.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of construction experience on high-rise projects.
• Strong experience in structure and/or finishing works.
• Trade qualification or relevant construction trade background preferred.
• Previous leading hand or site leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support workers and trades on daily site activities.
• Carry out hands-on construction work while guiding the site team.
• Coordinate work areas and ensure tasks are completed in the right sequence.
• Read and follow construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Support structure and finishing works on high-rise residential projects.
• Check the quality of work and ensure it meets project standards.
• Help keep work on schedule and report any delays or site issues.
• Maintain safe work practices and ensure site safety rules are followed.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and other trades as required.
• Identify and resolve day-to-day site issues with the Site Supervisor.
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and ready for the next stage.
• Report daily progress and any site concerns to the Site Supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Reading drawings

Safety knowledge

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Job Title: Leading Hand ? High-Rise Residential Construction

Experience: 5?10 years

Location: Australia

Job Brief

Job Title: Leading Hand ? High-Rise Residential Construction

Experience: 5?10 years

Location: Australia

Job Brief

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Leading Hand to join our construction team.

You will play a hands-on role on high-rise residential projects, helping coordinate workers and trades on site. You will work closely with the Site Supervisor and project team to keep daily work safe, organised, and on schedule.

If you are a trade-skilled construction professional who can lead by example and keep work moving, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support workers and trades on daily site activities
• Carry out hands-on construction work while guiding the site team
• Coordinate work areas and ensure tasks are completed in the right sequence
• Read and follow construction drawings, plans, and specifications
• Support structure and/or finishing works on high-rise residential projects
• Check the quality of work and ensure it meets project standards
• Help keep work on schedule and report any delays or site issues
• Maintain safe work practices and ensure site safety rules are followed
• Coordinate with subcontractors and other trades as required
• Identify and resolve day-to-day site issues with the Site Supervisor
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and ready for the next stage
• Report daily progress and any site concerns to the Site Supervisor

Qualifications

• 5?10 years of construction experience, preferably in high-rise residential projects
• Strong experience in structure and/or finishing works
• Trade qualification or relevant construction trade background preferred
• Previous experience as a Leading Hand, Senior Tradesperson, or similar site leadership role
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings
• Good knowledge of site safety and safe work practices
• Ability to lead workers and coordinate with subcontractors
• Strong practical skills and attention to quality
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, organised, and willing to work as part of a site team

Why Join Us?

• Work on major high-rise residential projects in Australia
• Take the next step in your construction career
• Build your leadership experience on active project sites
• Work with a professional and supportive construction team
• Stable, long-term career opportunity
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Be part of a company that values quality, safety, and hard work

Your trade skills matter. Your leadership helps keep the project moving.