Job Description

Leading Hand Scaffolder – Casual, based in Forster, NSW

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Thomas Scaffolding is looking for an experienced Leading Hand Scaffolder to join our Forster team. We're looking for a leader who takes ownership on site, keeps their crew moving safely, and sets the standard every day.

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Why us?

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Thomas Scaffolding has been servicing the Mid North Coast and surrounds for over 20 years across commercial, industrial, civil, and residential projects. Our goal is simple – to be the most dependable trade company in Australia and build lasting careers for our people.

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What's on offer?

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- Competitive casual rate – $47.67/hr
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- Path to full-time
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- Structured onboarding and ongoing training
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- Explicit leadership development pathway
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- Regular 1:1s and company-wide communication
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- Mental health awareness embedded in our culture
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- Strong team culture with recognition, events, and a collaborative way of working
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- Exposure to diverse commercial projects across three branch locations
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We also offer attractive travel incentives to complete work between our Coffs Harbour,



Tamworth and Forster branches. This may include up to 4 nights away from your usual base location, between Monday – Friday.

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The role:

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Reporting to the Area Supervisor, you'll lead site crews on site while staying hands‐on with scaffold erection, modification, and dismantling.

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- Supervise scaffolders and labourers – allocate tasks and keep work moving safely and efficiently
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- Run pre-starts, enforce PPE and SWMS, and report hazards promptly
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- Coordinate with supervisors and yard teams to keep materials and resources on trackn

What we're looking for:

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- Advanced Scaffolding Licence (High Risk Work Licence)
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- Valid Driver's Licence
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- Current White Card
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- 3–5 years' scaffolding experience, with Leading Hand or supervisory background
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- Able to read scaffold drawings and interpret project scopes
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- Calm under pressure, reliable, and accountable for your team's performance and safety
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📌 Leading Hand Scaffolder - Casual, based in Forster, NSW
🏢 Thomas Scaffolding
📍 Forster