Rice Construction Group Pty Ltd is an award-winning, family-owned construction company with offices in Armidale and Tamworth. We're seeking an experienced full-time Leading Hand Carpenter to join our Armidale team.
This is a genuine opportunity for a skilled carpenter looking to step up and take their next move, leading the carpentry based aspects of our projects. You'll be hands on, out in front and part of a company building some of the region's most exciting and diverse projects. If you've got the talent, the drive and a passion for teaching and guiding the next generation, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Take the lead on the carpentry based aspects of residential and commercial projects
- Lead and coordinate on-site carpentry crews to deliver high-quality work safely and on schedule
- Set out and supervise carpentry works
- Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Mentor and teach our apprentices, helping develop the next generation of tradespeople
- Liaise with site supervisors and project managers on programming, quality, and resourcing
- Maintain a safe, productive, and positive site culture
What We Are Looking For
- Certificate III in Carpentry (or equivalent qualification)
- Solid carpentry experience of 5 years and the drive to step up into a leadership role
- Strong ability to set out, plan, and problem solve on site
- A genuine willingness to teach and mentor apprentices
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- High standards in quality, safety, and attention to detail
- White Card, driver's licence, reliable transport
Why Join Us?
- Family-run business that genuinely values its people
- Exciting, diverse, and high-quality projects across the New England and North West
- Real opportunity for career growth and progression into supervisory and management roles
- Competitive hourly rates based on experience
- Long-term job security with a well established, award-winning company
- A supportive, skilled, and motivated team you'll be proud to lead
Leading Hand Carpenter employer: Rice Construction Group
Rice Construction Group Pty Ltd is an exceptional employer that prioritises its people within a supportive, family-run environment. With exciting and diverse projects across the New England and North West, employees have genuine opportunities for career growth and progression into supervisory roles, all while being part of a skilled and motivated team. The company offers competitive hourly rates and long-term job security, making it an attractive choice for those looking to advance their careers in construction.
