Carpenter
- Interpret building plans and specifications to determine construction requirements.
- Construct and install timber structures including frames, floors, and fittings.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a clean worksite.
GSB Carpentry are in Kialla, VIC helping their residential and commercial clients with all their carpentry and joinery needs. Currently they have a vacant role for a full-time carpenter, who has the skills and experience and can work independently.
1. Main Tasks and Duties
- Interpret building plans, drawings and specifications to determine materials, measurements and construction requirements.
- Measure, cut, shape and assemble timber and other building materials.
- Construct and install wall frames, ceiling frames, roof trusses, rafters, joists and eaves.
- Build and install timber floors, stairs, partitions, wall panels and other structural components.
- Install doors, windows, door frames, hinges, handles, locks and associated fittings.
- Carry out repairs, renovations and replacement of damaged or deteriorated timber structures.
- Construct and install timber formwork for concrete structures when required.
- Use hand tools, power tools, levelling instruments and construction equipment safely and efficiently.
- Work safely on scaffolding and elevated structures in accordance with workplace safety requirements.
- Check measurements, alignment, levels and structural accuracy to ensure quality workmanship.
- Maintain a clean and safe worksite, handle materials appropriately and dispose of construction waste.
- Follow occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures, building regulations and relevant Australian Standards.
- Practical experience in residential or commercial carpentry, including framing, roofing, installation and renovation work.
- Demonstrated experience using carpentry tools, interpreting building plans and complying with construction safety requirements.
2. Skills Requirements
- Ability to read and interpret architectural plans, technical drawings and construction specifications.
- Strong knowledge of carpentry techniques, timber construction and building materials.
- Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment and levelling instruments.
- Ability to construct, assemble, install and repair timber structures accurately.
- Sound understanding of Australian building codes, construction standards and workplace safety procedures.
- Strong mathematical skills for calculating measurements, angles, quantities and material requirements.
- Good problem-solving skills, attention to detail and quality workmanship.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other construction professionals.
- Good physical fitness and ability to perform manual tasks and work safely at heights.
- Effective time management, communication and organisational skills.
3. Qualification Requirements
Relevant Qualification:
- AQF Certificate III in Carpentry (CPC30220) or an equivalent relevant qualification.
- An equivalent overseas qualification may be considered, subject to applicable skills assessment and visa requirements.
Relevant Experience: Required minimum 1 Year experience
- Relevant work experience may substitute for formal qualifications where permitted under the applicable ANZSCO classification and visa requirements.
Additional Requirements:
- Construction Induction Training (White Card).
- Knowledge of Australian workplace health and safety requirements.
- Relevant high-risk work licences where required for particular scaffolding or equipment activities.
Salary - $78,000 - $85,000 plus super
Only eligible and short-listed applicants will be considered.
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