Apprentice Cabinet Maker (2nd/3rd Year) – Hands-On Craft

East Coast Apprenticeships; Coolum Beach; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

East Coast Apprenticeships in Coolum Beach, QLD, is looking for a motivated Apprentice Cabinet Maker (2nd or 3rd year) to join our busy team. You’ll work on custom cabinetry, read plans, and operate workshop machinery in a supportive, growth-focused environment.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across installations, joinery assembly, and site problem solving while developing trade skills with peers and qualified tradespeople. Applicants must be Australian citizens or residents.

Qualifications

• 2nd or 3rd year apprenticeship, or equivalent joinery experience
• Manual licence, reliable car, and White Card
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude
• Reliability
• Genuine passion for timber, cabinetry, and modern joinery

Responsibilities

• Work on custom cabinetry — fabricating premium joinery components and architectural builds
• Read and interpret plans — including technical drawings and cutting lists
• Operate workshop machinery — panel saws, edge banders, and other tools with care and confidence
• Assist with installations — learning fit-off, finishing, and on-site problem solving
• Assemble joinery — from flat-pack components to detailed architectural pieces
• Maintain quality standards — ensuring every finish meets our premium expectations
• Contribute to a safe, tidy workshop
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team of qualified tradespeople

Skills

2nd/3rd year apprenticeship

Manual licence

White Card

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Good communication

Reliability

Genuine passion for timber

Education

Apprenticeship in cabinetry (2nd/3rd year)

Job description

East Coast Apprenticeships in Coolum Beach, QLD, is looking for a motivated Apprentice Cabinet Maker (2nd or 3rd year) to join our busy team. You’ll work on custom cabinetry, read plans, and operate workshop machinery in a supportive, growth-focused environment.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across installations, joinery assembly, and site problem solving while developing trade skills with peers and qualified tradespeople. Applicants must be Australian citizens or residents.