About us
Robert Watson Building is a small residential builder in Sydney's inner west. We renovate and extend terraces and older homes, mostly designed by architects. Every job is different. One week you might be propping up a 120 year old double brick wall, and the next you might be hanging a steel beam to open up a back extension. We take pride in doing things properly, and we're after someone who feels the same way.

About the role
We're looking for an experienced carpenter to run our jobs on site as leading hand or foreperson. You'll work directly with the owner and lead a small team of carpenters and subcontractors. You'll have real responsibility from day one and your input will count. In a small team, your work is noticed.

What you'll be doing
Running jobs day to day, from demolition through to fit off
Setting out and doing structural carpentry, including framing, wall removals, beams, floors and roofs
Planning the week ahead, ordering materials and booking trades
Leading carpenters, apprentices and subcontractors,



and making sure their work is done right
Keeping sites protected, tidy and secure
Working with clients and architects to solve problems on site
Reading plans and spotting issues before they become problems

About you
You love building. You enjoy working out how an old house was put together, you care about the finish, and you're never quite satisfied with "near enough". You're keen to keep learning and to grow with the business.

You'll also have:
A Cert III in Carpentry and at least 5 years in the trade
Experience running residential renovation jobs or leading a crew
Solid knowledge of structural work and finishing carpentry
Experience with period homes and terraces (a big plus)
A Cert IV in Building and Construction (a big advantage)
Positive communication skills, in person and in writing
A full set of tools, your own ute or van and a current driver's licence
A current White Card

📌 Experienced Carpenter Newtown
🏢 Robert Watson Building
📍 Newtown