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Leading Hand

ABOUT US

Dahlsens Family Group of Companies is a proud, long-standing partner to Australia's builders, from local trades and serious renovators to large-scale residential and commercial projects. As an Australian family owned and run business, we are committed to supporting the industry and the communities we serve.

We offer a true whole-of-house solution, supporting the build from the ground up - from wall frames and trusses through to doors, hardware, windows, roofing, kitchens, bathrooms, and lifestyle cabinetry. We are here to make building simpler, smarter, and more reliable.

With a legacy dating back to 1877, we continue to evolve, helping builders get the job done right and this is just the beginning.

ABOUT US

Family owned Dahlsens Family Companies has been operating since 1877 and is one of the largest independent suppliers of timber and building materials to many of the best home builders in Australia.

We offer a family-feel culture and work setting that sets us apart from others in the industry. We are part of a 70-site national group, including Dahlsens, Cairns Hardware and Nortruss with over one thousand trusted support team professionals, trade experts, drivers, and yards people. Dahlsens invest in our people, partners, and communities to make a positive and sustainable contribution.

Our people live and breathe the Dahlsens Values daily; Take Responsibility, Grow Together, Everyone Contributes.

145 years of experience, so we know what we are talking about….



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ABOUT THE ROLE

- Full-time permanent opportunity + attractive hourly rate + super + working with an awesome team
- Free uniform and safety boots reimbursement provided up to $120.00
- Be part of a 145 year old organisation that puts its people first and has their best interests at heart

As a Leading Hand at our Sale Roofing Centre, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the production of high-quality roofing products while ensuring a safe and efficient work environment. You will lead a team of skilled team members across the folder team, gutter/fascia/battens team, sheeting manufacture and all personnel involved in loading and unloading of vehicles.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will combine hands-on leadership, quality control, production planning, safety compliance and equipment management. You will assign tasks and ensure the team adheres to company policies and safety guides, work closely with the Branch Manager to plan and schedule activities, and monitor and improve the quality of our roofing products so every order leaves the plant to spec.

This is a step-up role for someone who leads from the floor, backs their team to deliver, and takes real pride in a safe, well-run roofing plant every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE





- Leading and motivating the folder team, gutter/fascia/battens team, sheeting manufacture and loading/unloading personnel
- Scheduling and assigning tasks based on workload and priorities
- Conducting regular inspections to identify defects or issues and addressing them promptly
- Ensuring production targets and deadlines are met
- Conducting safety training for team members and ensuring they have the necessary protective equipment
- Maintaining inventory levels of materials and supplies required for all aspects of production
- Maintaining records of production activities, including daily reports, inventory logs and quality control records
- Ensuring customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time, checked and released to transport
- Providing input into manufacturing rosters and monitoring team levels to minimise overtime
- Providing training, guidance, coaching and development to manufacturing team membersRecognising and contributing to team mental health and physical wellbeing
- Manual handling of roofing products and materials (lifting up to 25kg, occasionally up to 50kg in a dual lift)
- Reporting hazards, near misses and incidents promptly via Donesafe
- Living the 'Our Circle of Care' principles - See, Say, Listen, Stop - and looking out for the safety of yourself, your team, our customers and the community

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

- Previous experience in a Leading Hand or similar frontline leadership role (preferred, training provided)
- Experience in the manufacturing or building supplies industry (preferred)
- Tertiary qualifications in Construction and Building (preferred)

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