Supervisor Carpenter

Hands-On Custom Build Project Supervisor for Award Winning Builder

Full-time | Port Stephens/Newcastle Region

Nel Constructions is a growing residential building company delivering high-quality new homes, renovations, and architectural projects across the Port Stephens and Newcastle region. We are seeking an experienced Custom Build Project Supervisor with a carpentry trade background who is capable of managing all aspects of construction from the ground up. This role is for someone who leads by example, works alongside the team on-site, and confidently runs projects from start to finish.

About the Role

You will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of residential job sites, ensuring projects are delivered to a high standard, on time, and in line with our construction schedule. This is a hands-on supervisory role you'll be actively involved in the build while managing the team and workflow.

Key Responsibilities:

· Supervising and coordinating carpenters, apprentices, subcontractors & all other relevant trades and suppliers throughout the build

· Working on-site to maintain quality and momentum

· Managing the build schedule and ensuring project timelines are met

· Reading and interpreting plans with accuracy

· Upholding high workmanship standards across all construction elements and overseeing other trades workmanship

· Maintaining site WHS compliance

· Liaising with subcontractors, clients, suppliers, and the project team

· Undertaking computer work to complete scheduling, reporting, and communication

About You

You are a qualified carpenter with strong leadership skills and proven experience on-site. You take pride in your craft, thrive in a team environment, and can balance hands-on work with supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Requirements:

· Carpentry trade qualification

· Supervisory or leading-hand experience on residential builds

· Excellent communication and team leadership abilities

· Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

· Ability to work to schedule and maintain momentum on-site

· Reasonable computer skills (email, scheduling software, basic reporting)

· Current driver's licence, tools, and White Card

What We Offer

· Full-time role with good continuity of future work

· Competitive salary based on experience

· Variety of quality residential projects (new builds & renovations)

· Management support

· Great team culture

· Opportunity to grow as the company continues to expand

About Nel Constructions

At Nel Constructions, we specialise in bespoke new homes and high-quality renovations, delivering craftsmanship that reflects our clients' vision, style, and way of life. As a low-volume, high-quality builder, we take a hands-on, client-first approach, ensuring every project receives the attention to detail it deserves.

We pride ourselves on:

· Delivering high quality builds that exceed our clients expectations

· Great team culture

· Transparency and open communication

· A seamless process from concept to completion

· Award-winning builder including; 2025 HIA Custom Built Home $1–$1.5M & 2025 HIA Bathroom of the year

These achievements reflect our commitment to raising the standard of residential building in our region and creating homes that truly inspire.

How to Apply

If you're a motivated hands-on Supervising Carpenter looking for your next step, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply via SEEK with your resume and a brief cover letter, or contact us for a chat.