Apprentice Carpenter: Hands-on Formwork Training

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 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.