Apprentice Carpenter | Formwork Construction

Oakdale Group; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakdale Group is seeking a 1st Year Apprentice Carpenter to gain hands-on experience on diverse projects including hospitals, shopping centres and multi-storey blocks. You will work with skilled carpenters and formwork specialists in NSW, ACT and Queensland as part of a structured training program.

The role is full-time, commencing in late January 2026, with a fixed 4-year training program. Initially, you will be based at the Beresfield Operations Yard before progressing to commercial sites.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in construction.
• Good attitude and reliability.
• Basic reading and writing skills required to complete training.

Responsibilities

• Support carpenters and formwork specialists on a range of projects to gain hands-on experience.
• Observe safety practices and learn on-site construction techniques.

Skills

Construction interest

Reliability

Punctuality

Basic reading/writing

Job description

Oakdale Group is a Formwork Industry leader, providing works for over 30 years on Commercial Projects in NSW, ACT & Queensland. We are seeking highly motivated 1st Year Apprentices to join our Company.

As an Apprentice Carpenter you will work with skilled Carpenters and Formwork Specialists to gain experience in a wide range of skills, working on assorted projects including Hospitals, Shopping Centres, and Multi Storey Apartment Blocks and Carparks.

This role is full-time, for a fixed training program of 4 years, and will commence in late January 2026. Prior to commencing on Commercial sites, the apprenticeship position will be based in Beresfield Operations Yard.

• You must have a genuine interest in Construction
• You must have a good attitude
• Must be reliable and punctual
• Basic reading and writing skills are required to complete your training