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Furniture Maker / Cabinet Maker / Carpenter
About the job Furniture Maker / Cabinet Maker / Carpenter
Join a busy, growth-focused furniture manufacturer on the Gold Coast, producing high-end custom pieces for commercial, residential, hospitality and aged-care projects.
The role
This full-time position suits an experienced furniture maker, cabinet maker or carpenter who enjoys hands-on work with a variety of materials and takes pride in high-quality, custom-built furniture. The role is based in a modern Ashmore workshop, with a mix of factory and occasional on-site work across the wider Gold Coast.
Key responsibilities
- Build custom furniture and joinery from detailed plans and drawings using solid timber, laminate, MDF, plywood, metals, tiles and decorative trims.
- Operate a wide range of hand tools and light machinery, including drop saws, sanders and panel saws, safely and efficiently.
- Support daily production, quality control and scheduling, including mentoring apprentices and trade assistants where required.
Skills and experience
- Trade qualification in cabinet making, carpentry or similar, or strong proven experience in custom furniture manufacturing.
- Ability to read and interpret detailed technical drawings and cutting lists.
- Proven solid timber experience, including timber finishing and assembly of high-end furniture.
- Confident working independently and as part of a small team, with strong communication and time-management skills.
- Current open driver's licence and own hand tools; forklift licence highly regarded.
- Full Australian work rights are essential.
What's on offer
- Permanent, full-time role with long-term stability in a growing workshop.
- Competitive hourly rate in the $40 - $50 per hour range, depending on experience.
- Supportive, down-to-earth team culture with a focus on craftsmanship, innovation and quality Australian-made furniture.
To express interest in this role, provide a current resume outlining your relevant trade background, recent projects and availability.