Leading Hand - Commercial Construction

Beyond Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction employer in Auckland is seeking a Leading Hand to oversee carpentry teams and site activities. The ideal candidate has a carpentry trade qualification and at least 3 years of experience in commercial construction. Responsibilities include managing subcontractors, ensuring safety and quality control, and assisting with material orders. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development and a focus on work-life balance.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in commercial construction.
• Desire to develop experience on commercial projects.
• High systems awareness, deadline-driven, and pride in quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of carpenters and coordinate site activities.
• Manage subcontractors and oversee site safety.
• Assist with ordering materials and ensuring quality control.

Skills

Communication skills

Supervisory duties

Quality control

Education

Carpentry trade qualification

Job description

Overview

One of the better structured contractors with a streamlined organisational culture is looking for an additional Leading Hand. They target jobs between $10M - $50M and operate across diverse sectors including industrial projects. They have in-house labour rather than subcontractors and a constant stream of new work due to the strength of their relationships, providing job security. They are a caring employer with a focus on lifestyle balance and have systems in place for feedback and development. They are a dynamic, hardworking team that also knows how to have fun, creating a rewarding culture.

The Role

• Lead a team of carpenters and work with a site manager to coordinate site activities, with some work on the tools.
• Manage subcontractors, run toolbox meetings, oversee site safety and quality control, and assist with ordering materials.
• There is time on the tools initially, with room to move off as you gain experience.

Your background

• Carpentry trade qualification.
• At least 3 years’ experience in commercial construction.
• Desire to develop experience on commercial projects.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to step into supervisory duties.
• High systems awareness, deadline-driven, and pride in quality.
• On-the-tools capability with a progression mindset.