Remedial Building Technician / Hands-On Leading Hand

Vapourline Waterproofing Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

ABN contractor – 40 hours/week

Direct work with business owners

Residential and strata projects

Job summary

Vapourline Waterproofing & Remedial Construction is a growing Sydney-based contractor specialising in waterproofing, remedial building works and construction solutions across residential and strata properties.

We are seeking an experienced Remedial Building Technician / Hands-On Leading Hand to join our team, coordinating and delivering remedial projects across Sydney with ownership from start to finish.

Qualifications

• Experience in remedial construction, renovations or strata maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects through to completion.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and organising daily site activities.
• Current Construction White Card and driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site activities, materials and subcontractor coordination.
• Interpret scopes of work, drawings and project specifications.
• Perform demolition, surface preparation and general repairs.
• Execute concrete and spalling repairs, minor rendering and patching.
• Remove and reinstate doors, frames and building components.
• Form and pour concrete hobs and thresholds.
• Apply sealants, patching, painting and finishing works.
• Coordinate waterproofers, tilers and plumbers.
• Maintain safe, clean, organised worksites.
• Communicate with clients, residents and building managers.
• Monitor progress and identify potential issues.

Skills

Remedial construction experience

Hands-on tradesperson

Project coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

Driver's licence

Education

Trade-qualified (carpentry or equivalent)

Job description

Vapourline Waterproofing & Remedial Construction is a growing Sydney-based contractor specialising in waterproofing, remedial building works and construction solutions across residential and strata properties.

We pride ourselves on delivering quality workmanship, reliable service and practical solutions for our clients.

As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Remedial Building Technician / Hands-On Leading Hand to join our team.

About Us

Vapourline Waterproofing & Remedial Construction is a growing Sydney-based contractor specialising in waterproofing, remedial building works and construction solutions across residential and strata properties.

We pride ourselves on delivering quality workmanship, reliable service and practical solutions for our clients.

As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Remedial Building Technician / Hands-On Leading Hand to join our team.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and versatile tradesperson who enjoys hands‑on work and taking ownership of projects from start to finish.

Working directly with the business owners, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering a variety of remedial building projects across Sydney, including balcony renovations, concrete repairs, waterproofing‑related construction and general building repairs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing day-to-day site activities, materials and subcontractor coordination.
• Interpreting scopes of work, drawings and project specifications.
• Performing demolition, strip-outs, surface preparation and general building repairs.
• Completing concrete and spalling repairs, minor rendering and making‑good works.
• Removing and reinstating doors, frames and associated building components.
• Forming and pouring concrete hobs and thresholds.
• Undertaking sealant application, patching, painting and finishing works.
• Coordinating specialist trades, including waterproofers, tilers and plumbers.
• Maintaining safe, clean and organised worksites.
• Communicating professionally with clients, residents and building managers.
• Monitoring project progress, providing updates and identifying potential issues.

About You

We are looking for a reliable, proactive and experienced individual who takes pride in their workmanship and can confidently manage both practical site tasks and project coordination.

To be successful, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in remedial construction, renovations, building repairs or strata maintenance.
• Strong hands‑on skills across a broad range of building and repair works.
• The ability to work independently, problem‑solve and manage projects through to completion.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and organising daily site activities.
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach when working in occupied properties.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.
• A current driver's licence and willingness to travel across Sydney.
• A valid Construction White Card.

Highly regarded:

• Carpentry or other relevant trade qualifications.
• Previous experience in a leading hand or site supervisory position.
• Waterproofing experience or knowledge of remedial waterproofing systems.

You don't need to be an expert in every trade. We're looking for someone with a broad practical skill set, sound judgement and the initiative to get the job done.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive rates of $55–$65 per hour, depending on experience and capabilities.
• Minimum 40 hours per week on an ABN contractor basis.
• A diverse range of residential and strata remedial projects across Sydney.
• The opportunity to work directly with experienced business owners.
• Autonomy and responsibility in managing day-to-day project activities.
• The chance to become a valued member of a growing Sydney-based business.