Job Description
As a Leading Hand Carpenter / 2IC, you will lead and coordinate day-to-day site operations across multiple renovation and maintenance projects. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys remaining on the tools while taking a leadership role in coordinating projects, supporting the General Manager, and ensuring jobs are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
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Key responsibilities
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Lead and coordinate day-to-day site operations across multiple renovation and maintenance projects
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Work closely with the General Manager to plan works, manage project timelines, allocate resources and ensure projects remain on schedule and within scope
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Supervise and mentor apprentices and tradespeople, providing guidance and maintaining high standards of workmanship
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Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure transparent communication and seamless project delivery
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Perform all aspects of residential and commercial carpentry, including site set out to fix out, renovations and maintenance works
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Read, interpret and execute works from construction drawings, architectural plans and specifications
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Coordinate material orders, deliveries and site logistics to minimise delays
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Monitor quality control, identify and resolve on-site issues, and proactively manage project risks
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Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, company policies and industry best practice
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Complete site documentation, progress updates and project records accurately and on time
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Assist with quoting, site inspections, and project planning where required
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About you
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Qualified Carpenter with relevant trade qualifications
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Builder's Licence or willingness to obtain will be highly regarded
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Minimum 5 years post-apprenticeship experience in residential renovations
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Previous experience in a Leading Hand, Site Supervisor or similar role is highly regarded
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Strong organisational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
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Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving abilities
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Ability to build positive relationships with clients, subcontractors and team members
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High attention to detail with a commitment to delivering quality outcomes
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Sound understanding of WHS requirements and safe work practices
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Ownership of a comprehensive set of carpentry hand and power tools
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Competitive salary package and fully maintained company vehicle
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Opportunity in a genuine leadership role while remaining hands-on
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Healthy work-life balance with no weekend work required
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Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
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Stable, long-term employment within a growing organisation backed by Pacific Link Housing
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The opportunity to make a positive impact through a purpose-driven organisation
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About us
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Renew Projects is an award-winning renovation and property maintenance company dedicated to delivering high-quality residential improvement services. We work across a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties throughout the Central Coast, Lake Macquarie and Newcastle regions. As a social enterprise wholly owned by the registered charity Pacific Link Housing, we operate with a profit-for-purpose model, delivering exceptional outcomes while creating positive community impact.
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📌 Carpenter Leading Hand (Central Coast)
🏢 Pacific Link Housing
📍 Central Coast