Location:

Launceston, Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

Company:

Metcash

Build your career in construction estimating with a clear pathway to become an Estimator We’re currently seeking an

Estimator Assistant

to join our growing team in

Launceston . This is an exciting opportunity to step into the construction industry and develop a long-term career in estimating.

Due to strong demand and increasing workloads, this role plays a

critical part in supporting our estimating team to meet customer deadlines and maintain service excellence .

This is a Full-Time, Monday to Friday position (Part-Time considered for the right applicant).

In this role, you will support the estimating team with administration, data entry, and foundational estimating tasks while learning the construction process from the ground up.

This is an

entry-level opportunity with structured development , designed to grow into a fully qualified Estimator role.

What You’ll Be Doing

Supporting the estimating team with

administration and data entry

Assisting with the preparation of quotes and documentation

Sourcing material information and identifying suitable alternatives

Reviewing construction documents and plans

Maintaining accurate records and ensuring high attention to detail

Assisting the team to meet customer deadlines and service expectations

Building knowledge of construction processes, materials, and systems

Key Skills & Experience

Interest or exposure to construction, building, or trade environments

Strong numeracy skills with the ability to apply maths in practical scenarios

Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude

Technical Skills

Proficiency in

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Confidence working with data, spreadsheets, and documentation





Ability to interpret or learn

construction plans and documents

Personal Attributes

A genuine

willingness to learn and grow

Curious mindset with an interest in how things are built

Strong work ethic and reliability

Positive, team-focused attitude

This role is designed as the

first step in a structured career pathway :

Estimator Assistant (6–12 months) Focus on administration, data entry, and learning the fundamentals of estimating and construction

Junior Estimator Increased responsibility including supplier coordination, document review, and estimating support

Estimator Managing end-to-end estimating with minimal supervision

Senior Estimator Leading the estimating function and supporting team development

Training may include:

Exposure to trade and operational areas

On-the-job mentoring and development

Clear progression and remuneration growth aligned to skill development Why Join Us?

Be part of a

supportive and experienced estimating team

Learn a highly valuable, in-demand trade skillset

Structured training and real career progression

Opportunity to grow into a long-term career, not just a job

Play a key role in supporting customer outcomes and business success

About Us For over 50 years Mitre 10 has been the local and independent hardware store to thousands of Australians. Our focus is on people, performance and providing outstanding customer outcomes by working together and building partnerships.

We’re the leading partner to over 635 independently owned stores – giving them a competitive advantage to take the big chains to task, and with the trusted, strong heritage, hardware brands of Mitre 10 and Home Hardware, we enable retailers to the best stores in their town and as such ensuring builders, renovators and DIY’ers build, renovate and maintain the best homes for Australian families.

If you feel you have what it takes to join us and build your career, we want to hear from you

📌 Assistant Estimator (Launceston)
🏢 Metcash
📍 Launceston