Mentored Junior Foreperson: Path to Site Manager

seek.com.au; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company phone

Laptop

Branded uniform

Job summary

seek.com.au is seeking a Junior Foreperson / Leading Hand to join a Tier 3 Commercial Builder in Sydney. You will manage projects valued between $2M and $10M, supporting a Site Manager and accelerating your progression to site leadership.

The role offers a clear mentorship pathway, hands-on exposure to fast-paced refurbishments, new builds, and heritage restoration. Competitive salary from $85k to $110k plus super.

Qualifications

• Trade background (Carpentry highly regarded) or a Bachelor Degree in Construction Management.
• 1–3 years of experience on live commercial construction or refurbishment sites in Sydney.
• Valid NSW White Card and a current Australian driver's license.
• High energy, clear communication skills, and the confidence to direct site personnel professionally.

Responsibilities

• Trade supervision: coordinating workflows for subcontractors to keep fast-tracked schedules on timeline.
• Site readiness: managing day-to-day site logistics, materials handling, and access control.
• WHS & Environment: enforcing site safety, conducting daily pre-starts, and ensuring proper site inductions.
• Quality & Defects: overseeing quality control checklists and proactively managing the defects list.

Skills

Carpentry

Construction knowledge

Education

Bachelor Degree in Construction Management

Tools

White Card

Driver's license

Job description

seek.com.au is seeking a Junior Foreperson / Leading Hand to join a Tier 3 Commercial Builder in Sydney. You will manage projects valued between $2M and $10M, supporting a Site Manager and accelerating your progression to site leadership.

The role offers a clear mentorship pathway, hands-on exposure to fast-paced refurbishments, new builds, and heritage restoration. Competitive salary from $85k to $110k plus super.