Carpenter / Leading Hand

Canniffe is a specialised Design and Construct commercial building business based in Brisbane. We’re seeking an experienced Carpenter /Site Supervisor to join our team, specialising in Office/Warehousing Complexes and Industrial Projects - $5.0M - $15.0M.

Requirments:

- A minimum 5 years previous experience in the Brisbane commercial construction industry in a directly related roll.

Description & Responsibilities:

1. Site Leadership & Daily Operations

- Coordinate trades and tasks day‑to‑day to ensure works progress safely, efficiently, and in line with the construction program.
- Work with subcontractors, trades, and site personnel, ensuring clear direction, coordination, and accountability.
- Participate in daily pre‑start meetings, and site briefings tailored to warehouse/office build sequencing.

2. Safety, Compliance & Risk Management

- Work within the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and relevant Codes of Practice.
- Maintain and implement the Site‑Specific Safety Management Plan (SSSMP).
- Manage high‑risk construction activities common to warehouses (steel erection, tilt panels, working at heights, plant movement).
- Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and incident reporting.

3. Program & Sequencing Control

- Monitor construction progress against the master program, identifying delays early and implementing recovery strategies.
- Coordinate with critical-path activities such as slab pours, structural steel, tilt-up panels, roofing, services rough-in, and office fitout.
- Ensure long‑lead items (e.g., structural steel, precast, roller shutters, fire systems) are sequenced and installed without impacting milestones.

4. Quality Assurance & Defect Control

- Implement QA processes aligned with project specifications, NCC requirements, and client standards.
- Conduct regular quality inspections and manage defect rectification prior to PC.





5. Subcontractor & Supplier Coordination

- Schedule and coordinate with subcontractors to ensure efficient workflow and minimal trade clashes.
- Verify subcontractor compliance with scope, safety requirements, and QA documentation.
- Manage deliveries, laydown areas, and logistics—critical on constrained industrial sites.

6. Stakeholder & Client Communication

- Maintain solid communication with the Project team, client representatives, consultants, and inspectors.
- Participate in team meetings and provide updates on progress, risks, and upcoming works.
- Manage relationships with tenants, neighbouring businesses, and authorities (council, Energex, QUU, fire certifiers).

7. Environmental & Site Controls

- Ensure compliance with environmental obligations including erosion control, dust suppression, noise management, and waste disposal.
- Manage site access, traffic control, and parking—especially important in industrial estates.

8. Contract Administration Support

- Assist the Project team with variations, site instructions, EOT claims, and progress reporting.
- Maintain accurate site records: diaries, photos, delivery dockets, and subcontractor attendance.
- Verify completed works for progress claims and subcontractor payments.

9. Commissioning, Handover & Close‑Out

- Oversee commissioning of building services (HVAC, fire, electrical, security, hydraulics).
- Coordinate practical completion inspections, defect lists, and client walk-throughs.
- Ensure all O&M; manuals, as‑built drawings, and compliance certificates are completed for handover.

Pay: $90,000.00 – $135,000.00 per year

Perks:

- Salary packaging

Application Question(s):

- Must be able to work autonomously?

Experience:

- Industry : 5 years (Required)

Language:

- English (Required)

Licence/Certification:

- Full Driver Licence (Required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Carpenter/Leading Hand (Brisbane)
🏢 Canniffe
📍 Brisbane