Leading Hand Carpenter

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

Apply now, send your resume to ••••@ricegroup.com.au