About Us
Bryant Building Contractors (‘Bryant’) is an established building and construction contractor delivering complex projects across Queensland and the Northern Territory. Founded in Cairns in 1986, the business grew from a family operation shaped by the demands of Northern Australia — where resilience, ingenuity, and responsibility are essential. Those demands still define how we work today, delivering projects that are Built Solid through a calm, consistent approach that turns complex ideas into real results. By joining the Bryant team, you become part of a company that values growth, excellence and community, and gives you opportunities to develop a career — not just a job. Our Values – Respect, Accountability, Professionalism, Safety First. The Role We are seeking experienced Leading Hands to join our team, with potentially two positions available. One position will initially be based on the McAuley College Stage 2 project in Beaudesert, before transitioning to support other projects throughout the Brisbane region. A second potential position will be based across projects within the Brisbane region. Reporting to the Site Supervisor, you will provide hands-on leadership and guidance to trades and site personnel, helping to coordinate daily construction activities and ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. This is a hands-on supervisory role suited to an experienced tradesperson who is comfortable taking responsibility on site, providing direction to a work crew and stepping up to coordinate the team independently when required. Duties and Responsibilities




- Coordinate daily work activities and provide direction to trades and site personnel in accordance with project requirements and direction from the Site Supervisor or Project Manager.
- Provide hands-on leadership to the work crew and step up to direct site activities in the Site Supervisor's absence when required.
- Assist with maintaining construction quality and ensure works are completed in accordance with project specifications and requirements.
- Promote a strong safety culture and proactively identify and address hazards, unsafe conditions and unsafe work practices.
- Ensure Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), permits and other required safety documentation are in place and followed.
- Conduct daily pre-start meetings and assist with toolbox talks and site safety discussions.
- Complete and maintain required site documentation, including site diaries, pre-starts, permits, toolbox records and timesheets.
- Monitor site activities and take appropriate action where safety, quality or compliance standards are not being met.
- Assist with incident reporting and investigations and support site emergency response requirements.
- Ensure plant and equipment are operated safely and in accordance with relevant requirements.
- Mentor and support site personnel, promoting positive performance, teamwork and accountability.
- Work with the Site Supervisors, HSEQ Advisor and project team to deliver new build, refurbishment and fit-out works on an operating school site.




- Comply with Bryant's Integrated Management System, relevant legislation and project HSEQ requirements. About You
- Experience working within a trade or construction crew in the building and construction industry.
- Experience providing direction to a work crew and the ability to step up and coordinate a team independently when required.
- Certificate III in Carpentry or equivalent trade qualification – mandatory.
- Current General Construction Induction Training (White Card).
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to provide clear direction and support to site personnel.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and drawings.
- Sound planning, coordination and problem-solving skills.
- A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to undertake manual work where required.
- A strong commitment to safety, quality and maintaining a positive site culture. Highly regarded:
- Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building), or equivalent.
- Supervisors Licence.
- Hammertech and Procore experience.
- Experience on commercial or education construction projects. Benefits
- Strong and enjoyable company culture
- Work in an workplace where you can make an impact
- Be part of an established team delivering a major education project in Beaudesert
- Work/life balance with flexible work arrangements
- Opportunities to further develop your career with Bryant Bryant does not accept any unsolicited contact from Recruitment Agencies. Candidates must be entitled to work in Australia and may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol testing.

📌 Leading Hand (Brisbane)
🏢 Bryant Building Contractors
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