Leading Hand

About the Role: Leading Hand, Queenstown

Due to ongoing growth in the region, Cook Brothers Construction is looking for a hands-on Leading Hand to join our Queenstown branch. This is a leadership role for a skilled carpenter who takes pride in setting the standard on site, delivering high-quality projects, and leading a team with energy and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Build Team on site, setting high standards for workmanship and efficiency.
• Work closely with Site Managers and Foremen to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and Trade Partners.
• Take a proactive, solution-focused approach to identifying and mitigating risks on site.
• Act as a vital link between Trade Partners, Site Management, and the Build Team to ensure clear communication and smooth project delivery.
• Delegate tasks effectively and keep the team motivated and engaged throughout each project.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership position, values teamwork, and is ready to make a real impact in the Queenstown construction scene.

About You

You are a driven and proactive professional who thrives on making a real impact through leadership, teamwork, and continuous improvement. You’ll value collaboration, foster a supportive environment, and work closely with your team to tackle on-site challenges effectively.

Key Qualifications and Attributes

• Recognised NZ or Australian Carpentry qualification.
• Solid experience in commercial construction with strong structural knowledge.
• Previous leadership experience in the construction industry is essential.
• Passion for mentoring and developing others, celebrating team achievements.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in holding constructive conversations.
• Proficiency with IT, particularly the Microsoft Office suite.
• Proactive approach to health and safety leadership.
• LBP qualification is highly desirable.

This role is ideal for someone who leads by example, values teamwork, and is committed to delivering high-quality results while fostering a positive, safe, and productive work environment.

About Us

At Cook Brothers Construction, we back our teams to take ownership, make smart calls, and deliver with pride. Our strength lies in our people and their drive to continually raise the bar. This has led to a legacy of 20 years of dedication and teamwork. We value hard work, celebrate achievements, and take pride in the results we create and the connections we form.

From our Dunedin roots to growth across Auckland, Canterbury, Southern Lakes, Wānaka, and Otago, we’ve built a reputation as one of New Zealand’s leading construction firms.

Our foundations are clear: innovation, quality, sustainability, client satisfaction, health, safety and wellbeing.

If you’re looking to contribute to a company that values trust, collaboration, and growth, Cook Brothers is the place to be.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, high-performing construction team. If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values its people - apply now!

At Cook Brothers Construction, your health, safety, and wellbeing are our top priority. Before starting with us, you’ll need to complete and pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.

Please note, we are not accepting applications from external recruitment agencies for this role.

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