Synergie Australia is seeking Leading Hands for our client based in Darwin, NT. Our clientis anAustralian-owned construction company delivering high-spec government and Defence projects across Australia and the Pacific. With a growing national presence and a $1 B+ defence project underway, they’re expanding their Darwin site team.

About the Role You’ll support site operations across multiple new-build Defence facilities, coordinating trades, enforcing safety, and ensuring work is delivered to spec and schedule. Ideal for a hands-on supervisor looking to step into Defence work.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate site trades

Maintain WHS and QA standards

Monitor progress, materials, and subcontractor performance

Report daily to the Site Manager and Project Manager

Uphold Defence security and site compliance requirements

About You

Trade-qualified with strong site supervision experience

Experience on large commercial or government builds

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Clean

Police Check

Defence experience preferred

Leading Hand Carpenter – $120K–$140K + Super | Darwin

Ready to take the next step in your construction career? Join a major Defence project in Darwin with excellent pay, long‑term stability and genuine career progression.

Synergie Australia is seeking experienced Leading Hand Carpenters and skilled Carpenters ready to step into leadership roles for an exciting opportunity with a well-established, Australian‑owned construction company based in Darwin, NT.

Our client is delivering major government and Defence infrastructure projects across Australia and the Pacific,



including a Defence project valued at over $1 billion.

With a strong pipeline of ongoing work, this is a fantastic chance to secure a long‑term position, work on significant construction projects and continue developing your career.

What’s On Offer?

Excellent Salary – $120,000 to $140,000 + Super , depending on experience

Long‑term, stable employment

with an established Australian‑owned construction company

Work on a

major Defence infrastructure project

in Darwin

Opportunity to step up into a leadership position and develop your supervisory skills

Strong pipeline of future construction projects

Supportive team environment with experienced Site Managers and Project Managers

Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development

About the Role As a Leading Hand Carpenter, you'll play an important role in the day‑to‑day delivery of major Defence construction projects.

This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity where you'll work closely with the Site Manager, coordinate trades and subcontractors, and help ensure construction activities are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

Leading and coordinating tradespeople and subcontractors on site





Remaining hands‑on with carpentry and construction activities when required

Assisting with daily site operations and construction scheduling

Monitoring workmanship, quality and project progress

Ensuring workplace health and safety standards are maintained

Working closely with Site Managers and Project Managers to achieve project milestones

Supporting the successful delivery of new Defence facilities

What We’re Looking For We’re interested in speaking with experienced Leading Hand Carpenters, Carpenter Supervisors and skilled Carpenters looking to take the next step in their careers.

Ideally, you’ll have:

Trade qualification in Carpentry

Strong experience across commercial construction or large‑scale building projects

Previous Leading Hand or supervisory experience highly regarded

Ability to coordinate trades and lead by example

Positive communication skills and a practical, hands‑on approach

Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship

Ability to obtain a satisfactory National Police Check

Previous Defence project experience would be an advantage but is not essential.

Interested? Let’s Have a Chat Whether you’re an experienced Leading Hand looking for a new opportunity or a skilled Carpenter ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a competitive salary, work on a significant Darwin construction project and build a long‑term career with a growing Australian‑owned company.

$120,000 – $130,000 + super

National Defence project | long‑term pipeline

Strong team culture | growth and mentorship path

📌 Leading Hand Carpenter (Darwin City)
🏢 Synergie Australia
📍 Darwin City