The O’Shea & Sons team at the 2026 Master Builders awards night in Brisbane

Careers

Build more than homes.
Build a career you’ll be proud of

Why join

Why people stay

At O’Shea & Sons Builders you are part of a close-knit team. You’ll craft architecturally designed homes you’ll be proud to point out for years to come – working with people who support your growth, and leaders who truly know and value you.

We run organised sites, set achievable timelines, and look out for one another. We celebrate every win – award nights, project completions, apprentice milestones – and we always prioritise safety so everyone gets home at the end of the day.

Your future here

What a career at O’Shea & Sons could look like

Every career journey is different, but we believe in creating opportunities for our people to grow. As our business continues to grow, so do the opportunities available to our people.

Site & Construction

Apprentice → Qualified Tradesperson → Leading Hand → Site Supervisor → Construction Manager

Project Management

Graduate → Project Coordinator → Project Manager → Senior Project Manager

Corporate Services

Administration → Client Experience → Operations → Leadership

Ryan, a carpenter with O’Shea & Sons Builders, on site in Brisbane
Andrew, a site supervisor with O’Shea & Sons Builders, on site in Brisbane

Who we look for

Technical skills matter. Character matters just as much

We look for trades and professionals who care deeply about the details, communicate honestly, and treat every home as if it were their own. While experience is important, attitude, reliability, and pride in your work matter most.

Technical skills are important, but character is equally essential.

  • Take pride in their quality of work.
  • Value honesty and integrity.
  • Communicate openly and respectfully.
  • Enjoy working collaboratively.
  • Have a positive attitude.
  • Embrace continuous learning.
  • Pay attention to the smallest details.
  • Are dedicated to delivering outstanding results for our clients.

How we look after each other

We would rather know early

Complex builds are never achieved alone. Our trades are part of the extended O’Shea family, and supporting each other is central to how we work. Everyone deserves to go home safely – every single day.

We speak up early – about risks, mistakes, and how we’re really going. Construction hasn’t always made it easy to say when you’re not okay. At O’Shea & Sons, we take mental health as seriously as physical safety. Asking for support is a sign of good judgment – not weakness.

For this very reason we are proud to partner with Walk for a Bloke. Read more >

The O’Shea & Sons team on the Walk for a Bloke charity walk in Brisbane

25km through Brisbane.

Current opportunities

Talk to us

We’re always keen to connect with skilled trades and construction professionals, even if there isn’t a current vacancy. Share your story and strengths with us – when the right role arises, you’ll be our first call.