Leading Hand

Leading Hand

Salary:

$85000 - 95000 / Year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Melbourne - VIC 

Industry:

Construction

Reference:

BRW011125

Contact Name:

Bree Wiltshire

Contact Email:

Bree@designandbuild.com.au

Date Published:

06-Nov-2025

Design & Build are seeking an experienced Leading Hand Carpenter / Supervisor to join a growing custom residential builder with projects across the inner eastern and western suburbs. 

Our client is an emerging builder delivering bespoke new homes, renovations, and extensions valued up to $1.5m. With a strong pipeline of ongoing and upcoming projects, they’re looking to bring a motivated and capable Leading Hand on board to support continued growth.

This role would suit a skilled carpenter who enjoys being hands-on while taking on greater responsibility, working closely with the Director to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Acting as a second-in-charge within the business, this is an excellent opportunity for someone ready to step up and grow with the business. 

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Assisting in leading and coordinating teams across multiple sites
  • Planning daily and weekly schedules, allocating work, and tracking progress
  • Ordering and coordinating materials, tools, and equipment
  • Ensuring site safety, compliance, and presentation standards are maintained
  • Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams
  • Representing the business professionally with clients, consultants, and trades
  • Working on the tools as required to support your team and keep projects on track
The ideal candidate will have:
  • Experience delivering high-end or custom residential projects
  • Proven ability to lead, coordinate, and motivate teams
  • Strong understanding of construction sequencing, premium finishes, and site logistics
  • Confidence reading and interpreting plans and drawings, with attention to detail
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and initiative
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and control
For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact  Bree Wiltshire  on  (03) 8535 3100  or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.

Thanks for your consideration.
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