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Leading Hand - Residential Construction

LocationPimpama QLD, Australia
Work TypeFull time
Positions1 Position
Published At:6 hours ago
  • Builder
  • Leading Hand
  • Supervisor
  • Construction Services
Job no: CBH9K
Category: Residential Construction - Incl Site Admin

GemLife (QA Build) is one of Australia's fastest growing developers of luxury, over 50s residential resorts. Our resorts are architecturally designed and completed to the highest standard with luxury fittings. 

We are a leading construction company with a long pipeline of work with resorts located in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.

Our company values teamwork and a positive team culture. We empower our people to take ownership of their respective projects and lead by example and our people are passionate about their work, have a strong sense of accountability and demonstrate a high level of personal integrity and respect for others.

About the Role:

We’re seeking an experienced Residential Carpentry Leading Hand who brings strong knowledge and hands-on experience in the fast-paced construction industry. This person will mainly be assisting with the back end of the builds and getting the villas squared off for handovers.

While light carpentry will be required most days, this is also an all-rounder role—perfect for someone who can jump in where needed and take initiative.

What We're Looking For:

You’re a natural leader who leads by example and knows how to keep a team motivated, collaborative, and focused on delivering top-quality work on time and to standard. Safety is second nature to you, and you value a strong work culture just as much as getting the job done right.

If you’re ready to step up, get on the tools, and be part of a great team, we’d love to hear from you!

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • A trade in carpentry
  • Previous experience in a similar role
  • Residential construction experience
  • General knowledge of the construction industry and environmental principles and relevant legislation/standards.
  • Effective communication, time management and problem-solving skills
  • Be reliable and trustworthy with the ability to work with little supervision and be able to work as part of a team
  • Strong safety initiative 
  • Construction Induction white/blue card
  • Current Australian Drivers Licence
  • Be reliable and dedicated to the role

What we Offer

  • We offer above award rates plus overtime and weekly pay
  • Ongoing local work with leading builder with long pipeline of work 
  • Monday to Friday working week
  • Great working culture
  • We support the continuous learning and professional development of our employees, in turn promoting career progression through the company.

If this sounds like an opportunity and an environment, you would enjoy and you are keen to join us please APPLY NOW! We are reviewing applications regularly and will be interviewing/recruiting on a rolling basis.

To discover more about GemLife resorts, visit our website www.gemlife.com.au.

Applicants must have full Australian work rights. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

  • Published on 22 May 2025, 5:19 AM