Senior Building Trades Supervisor – Projects

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Nelson; On-site; AUD 97,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellbeing

Employee Assistance Program

Training opportunities

Autonomous work environment

Job summary

NSW Department of Communities and Justice is seeking a Senior Building Tradesperson to lead trades teams at Francis Greenway Correctional Complex, Berkshire Park NSW. The role combines hands-on construction work with leadership to mentor inmates and deliver infrastructure projects across NSW Correctional Centres.

You will manage daily operations, drive safety, quality and efficiency, and ensure compliance with policies while supporting inmates to gain job-ready skills for meaningful employment

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications as minimum Certificate III in Concreting, Carpentry, Building or related trade.
• Proven trade experience in managing construction projects.
• Current Certificate III in Correctional Practise or willingness to obtain within CSNSW timeframe.
• Valid NSW Driver Licence and willingness to drive.
• Ability to work across multiple trades and away from home for short/long periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop work teams to achieve objectives.
• Work hands-on on infrastructure projects across NSW Correctional Centres.
• Supervise inmates to build practical skills and work readiness.
• Ensure compliance with CSNSW policies and probity requirements.
• Manage budgets and resources to maximise productivity.

Skills

Concreting

Carpentry

Building trades

Leadership

Education

Certificate III in Concreting/Carpentry/Building

Job description

NSW Department of Communities and Justice is seeking a Senior Building Tradesperson to lead trades teams at Francis Greenway Correctional Complex, Berkshire Park NSW. The role combines hands-on construction work with leadership to mentor inmates and deliver infrastructure projects across NSW Correctional Centres.

You will manage daily operations, drive safety, quality and efficiency, and ensure compliance with policies while supporting inmates to gain job-ready skills for meaningful employment