Leading Hand Carpenter
Location: Gladstone
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work (48-hour weeks)
Pay Rate: $40-$48/hr + superannuationAbout the Role
We are seeking a qualified Leading Hand Carpenter to join our team and take charge of delivering high-quality carpentry work while leading and supporting a crew on site. This role offers a great opportunity for someone with leadership experience and a strong trade background to step into a key position.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Coordination

• Assist the Supervisor in daily operations and task execution.
• Lead and mentor a team of carpenters on site.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are available, used correctly, and stored appropriately.
• Communicate effectively with clients and provide feedback to the Supervisor.
• Participate in developing scopes and scheduling tasks.

Carpentry Duties

• Perform manual labour and all tasks associated with the Carpentry Trade.
• Scope carpentry tasks, conduct material take-offs, and order required materials.
• Attend work sites punctually, fit for duty, and actively participate in toolbox talks.
• Follow instructions from Supervisors and ensure the team does the same.

Requirements

• Trade Qualification: Certificate III in Carpentry (minimum requirement)
• Medical Clearance: Must have passed or be able to pass a 3-site medical, including Drug & Alcohol screening and full functional assessment
• Experience:
• Civil construction experience is a bonus
• Leadership experience is highly desirable for Leading Hand applicants

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At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.