Senior Scaffolders & Lead Hands — Permanent Full-Time

GemSource; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HR truck licence bonus

Job summary

GemSource Recruitment is partnering with an established scaffolding company expanding across South East Queensland. We are seeking experienced scaffolders and leading hands for Sunshine Coast, Brisbane North & South, and Gold Coast projects.

Earn $40–$65+ per hour with ongoing, permanent full-time opportunities. You’ll work with reliable crews, perform erect/dismantle tasks safely at heights, and have chances to progress into leading hand roles across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Construction White Card.
• Scaffolding licence (Basic, Intermediate or Advanced).
• Working at Heights ticket or willing to obtain one.
• Reliable transport and a current driver's licence.
• Punctual and safety‑minded.

Responsibilities

• Run a crew day to day and keep projects moving.
• Read scaffold plans and set out jobs.
• Ensure scaffolds are built safely and to standard before handover.
• Liaise with builders and site supervisors.
• Train and develop newer crew members.
• Stay hands-on when the job requires it.

Skills

Scaffolding

Reading scaffold plans

Crew leadership

Job description

GemSource Recruitment is partnering with an established scaffolding company expanding across South East Queensland. We are seeking experienced scaffolders and leading hands for Sunshine Coast, Brisbane North & South, and Gold Coast projects.

Earn $40–$65+ per hour with ongoing, permanent full-time opportunities. You’ll work with reliable crews, perform erect/dismantle tasks safely at heights, and have chances to progress into leading hand roles across multiple sites.