Carpenter Leading Hand

6 days ago


Gold Coast City, Australia Alder Group Full time

Alder Group proudly brings engineering and construction teams together under one roof to deliver building, asset renewal, and civil and infrastructure projects.

We have a rare opportunity available for a Carpenter Leading Hand to join our Building Asset Renewal team on the Gold Coast.

This role is ideal for a skilled tradesperson or a well-rounded 4th year apprentice ready to step into a leadership role. As a Leading Hand/Carpenter, you will support the delivery of remedial and renewal construction projects, ensuring quality workmanship, safety compliance, and team coordination across various sites.

Our Asset Renewal team works on diverse projects ranging from $500k to $10m, including cladding, podium refurbishments, concrete repairs, structural steel repairs, and bespoke high-rise repairs. No two projects are ever the same

Key Responsibilities

- Supervise and coordinate daily site activities under the guidance of the Site Manager or Foreman.
- Execute carpentry tasks including structural repairs, timber framing, cladding, and finish work.
- Ensure compliance with WHS regulations and site safety protocols.
- Maintain accurate site records and contribute to project reporting.
- Support onboarding and mentoring of apprentices and labourers.
- Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
- Participate in toolbox talks, site inspections, and incident investigations.
- Monitor and enforce SWMS compliance and direct corrective actions as needed.

Skills & Experience

- Trade qualification in Carpentry (Cert III or higher).
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in commercial or remedial construction preferred.
- Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications (preferred, not required).
- Familiarity with QA, Safety, and Environmental systems (preferred, not required).
- Proficiency with site management tools and mobile apps (e.g., Procore, 1Breadcrumb) (preferred, not required).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Attributes

- Hands-on, proactive, and quality-driven.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
- Willingness to learn and grow into supervisory responsibilities.
- Alignment with Alder Constructions’ values and code of conduct.

Personal & Professional Development

- Peak Performance Program (PPP): Alder offers a structured development pathway for all staff, tracking short- and long-term goals across technical and soft skills. This includes access to short courses and major qualifications.

Career Progression

- Employees are encouraged to grow into leadership roles, with structured mentoring and exposure to diverse projects across building, civil, and infrastructure sectors.

Workplace Culture & Values

- Alder fosters a family-like culture that values diversity, teamwork, and pride in workmanship. The company is committed to creating an environment where employees look forward to coming to work each day.

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