Apprentice Carpenter

Zeal Futures Pty; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeal Futures Pty in Australia is seeking a Certificate III Carpentry trainee to join our team on-site. You will assist qualified tradespeople, work on new build constructions, and perform general labour duties to support on-site operations.

The role emphasizes on- and off-the-job training with a focus on building hands-on skills, teamwork, and reliability. White Card and medical screening are required, with support for career development and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills required.
• Commitment to on- and off-the-job training.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment medical screening (spirometry, audiometry, drug and alcohol screening, functional capacity assessment)

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified tradespeople on site.
• Carry out general labour duties including transporting equipment and cleaning.
• Work on new build constructions and perform various carpentry tasks as a trainee.
• Carry out other duties within trainee skills, competence and ability as required.

Education

Certificate III in Carpentry

White Card

Job description

Whilst studying a Certificate III in Carpentry working with
Built By Blake Carpentry Services over 48 months, you’ll have the opportunity to work on:

• Different carpentry services
• Work on new build constructions
• Assist qualified tradespeople on site
• General labour duties including transporting equipment and cleaning
• Carry out other duties that are within the limits of trainee skills, competence and ability as required

What we’re looking for -

• Commitment to both on and off the job training.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Must-haves -

• White Card
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment medical (spirometry, audiometry, drug and alcohol screening, and functional capacity assessment)

Why Zeal Futures?

We do more than just get you a job. We employ you and back you the whole way – with training, mentoring, guidance, support and real career opportunities. Real income, real skills.

• Nationally recognised training
• Access to coaching, training & support
• Discounts on Health & Wellbeing services
• Counselling and ongoing mentoring
• Opportunities to rotate across employers for further exposure.

What’s next?

After submitting your online application, you may be invited to complete online testing, interviews, and pre-employment medicals. We’ll also contact your references if you progress through these recruitment stages. Please be sure to check your emails (including your junk folder) and respond to missed phone calls, voicemail messages and text messages.

Applications close 5th of November 2026.

Zeal Futures is an equal opportunity employer and proud Diversity Champion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women in trades, mature-age applicants, and people with disabilities or diverse cultural backgrounds. If you require assistance with the recruitment process (for instance, this may be filling out forms, interviews, or completing online tests), please contact your recruitment representative. We are happy to provide any necessary reasonable adjustments or assistance you may need. Please do not hesitate to ask for any help. We look forward to hearing from you.