Our Team
Joe Builds operates with a small, trusted team. Every person involved understands their role, takes responsibility for their work, and is aligned with the standards we hold ourselves to.
We don’t believe in layers of separation between client and builder. You’ll deal with people who know your project, understand its detail, and genuinely care about how it unfolds.
Joe – Builder & Director
Joe remains closely involved from the first conversation through to final handover.
He combines structural awareness and systems thinking with a grounded, steady approach to problem-solving.
Clients often appreciate that he doesn’t rush decisions or react emotionally to challenges — he works through them methodically.
Joe understands that building isn’t just technical — it happens around families, routines, and real life. His role is to protect scope,
maintain discipline, and ensure the project progresses deliberately rather than reactively.
Project Leadership
Your project will have clear day-to-day leadership on site.
The project lead is responsible for coordination, sequencing, and ensuring trades work together smoothly.
They are the consistent presence overseeing progress, identifying issues early, and keeping communication flowing.
You won’t be left wondering who’s responsible. Ownership is visible.
Carpenters & Trades
We work with licensed, capable professionals who take pride in their craft.
Many of the people involved have worked alongside us for years. Expectations are clear, standards are consistent, and workmanship is checked — not assumed.
This consistency builds trust on site and keeps projects steady.
Systems & Support
Behind the scenes, structured systems support documentation and communication so nothing relies on memory or informal handovers.
That structure allows the team to focus on the work itself — knowing that progress, quality, and accountability are being recorded properly.
What This Means for You
You’re not dealing with a volume operation or a rotating cast of trades.
You’re working with a small group of people who:
• Know your project
• Communicate openly
• Take responsibility
• Value doing things properly
That human consistency is just as important as technical competence.
The Delivery Team
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Joe Heafey - Director & Builder
Based in Korora
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Jherard Catolos - Office Manager / Operations
Based in Phillipines
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Taj Scott - Carpenter & Site Manager
Based in Corindi
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Troy Cowell - Foreman & Site Manager
Based in Nambucca Heads
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Harrison Logan - Apprentice Carpenter
Based in Coffs Harbour
Specialist Trade Partners
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Benchmark Electrical
Electrician
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Orara Valley Plumbing
Plumber
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Grounded Works Design Studio
Passivhaus Designer