Job Description
Take the lead in an established frame and truss manufacturing business
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Sydney Frames & Trusses is seeking an accomplished Technical Manager - Senior Frame & Truss Detailer to strengthen and lead our technical detailing function.
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This is a senior appointment for someone with extensive timber frame and truss experience who can combine high-level technical capability with practical manufacturing knowledge, quality control and leadership.
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You may already be managing a technical or detailing department, or you may be an exceptional Senior Detailer ready to step into a position with greater responsibility, authority and long-term career potential.
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You will play a central role in improving technical accuracy, supporting production, resolving complex design issues and developing a high-performing detailing team.
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The opportunity
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This is more than a production-detailing position. You will take genuine ownership of the technical department and directly influence how projects are designed, checked and released for manufacturing.
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Working closely with management, builders, engineers, estimators, production staff and site personnel, you will ensure projects are accurate, compliant, practical to manufacture and delivered within the required timeframes.
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This is a hands-on leadership role. You will oversee the technical and detailing function while continuing to personally detail timber wall frames & roof trusses
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The position would suit an experienced Technical Manager who enjoys remaining technically involved, or an accomplished Senior Detailer ready to progress into departmental leadership.
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Key responsibilities
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Lead, coordinate and support the frame and truss detailing department.
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Detail timber wall frames & roof trusses
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Review architectural, structural and engineering documentation.
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Complete technical checking and quality assurance before projects are released to production.
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Liaise professionally with builders, engineers, architects, certifiers and internal stakeholders.
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Provide clear technical guidance to estimators, detailers, production teams and management.
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Improve detailing procedures, checking systems, templates and departmental workflows.
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Reduce design errors, production interruptions, remakes and avoidable site issues.
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Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training and performance development within the technical team.
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Support continuous improvement across estimating, detailing, production and installation.
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About you
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Extensive experience detailing timber wall frames, roof trusses and floor systems.
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Strong knowledge of timber frame and truss design, manufacturing and construction.
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Advanced experience with Pryda Build or comparable MiTek or Multinail software.
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The ability to independently complete and check complex residential projects.
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A thorough understanding of architectural and structural drawings.
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Strong working knowledge of relevant Australian Standards and building requirements.
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Experience identifying design risks and resolving technical problems before production.
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A practical understanding of how detailing decisions affect manufacturing, transport and installation.
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High attention to detail and a strong commitment to technical accuracy.
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The confidence to communicate with builders, engineers, customers and production personnel.
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Strong organisation, prioritisation and workload-management skills.
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A calm, accountable and solutions-focused approach.
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Full Australian working rights.
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Highly regarded
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Previous experience as a Technical Manager, Design Manager, Detailing Manager, Team Leader or Senior Checker.
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Advanced proficiency with Pryda Build.
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Experience leading, mentoring or checking the work of other detailers.
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Exposure to medium-density residential developments, townhouses, duplexes & custom homes.
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Experience improving technical workflows and quality-control systems.
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Knowledge of estimating, scheduling, manufacturing machinery or frame and truss production.
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What we offer
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A highly competitive salary package based on capability and experience.
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Fully maintained company vehicle.
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Fuel card and tolls for reasonable business use.
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Private use by agreement.
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A senior position with genuine influence and decision-making authority.
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Direct access to company management and the ability to implement meaningful improvements.
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Secure, long-term employment with an established Sydney manufacturer.
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A diverse pipeline of residential and construction projects.
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The opportunity to build and develop a robust technical department.
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Modern systems and an experienced production team.
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Career progression into broader technical and operational leadership.
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Interstate or New Zealand relocation assistance considered for an exceptional applicant.
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Confidential discussions for candidates currently employed within the industry.
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Location and flexibility
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The position is based in South-West Sydney. Because the role works closely with production and management, regular factory and office attendance is preferred.
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📌 Technical Manager / Senior Frame & Truss Detailer (New South Wales)
🏢 Sydney Frames & Trusses
📍 New South Wales