Carpenter

St Peter's College; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St Peter's College is seeking an experienced Carpenter to join our Property and Maintenance Team on a permanent, full-time basis. You will repair, rebuild and replace building elements across historic and modern facilities to keep the campus safe, sustainable and visually appealing for students and staff.

The role requires craftsmanship, independence or teamwork, and a commitment to the School's Anglican ethos, with relevant checks and First Aid/RRHAN-EC certifications.

Qualifications

• Qualified carpenter with a commitment to craftsmanship and problem solving.
• Ability to work independently or within a maintenance team.
• Willingness to support the School's values and Anglican ethos.
• Hold a South Australian Working with Children Check.
• Provide RRHAN-EC and First Aid certification evidence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance heritage campus facilities across historic and contemporary buildings.
• Repair, rebuild and replace building elements to keep facilities safe and functional.
• Work across maintenance tasks and collaborate with other trades and staff.

Skills

Quality workmanship

Independent work

Team collaboration

Anglican ethos

RRHAN-EC

First Aid

Education

Carpentry qualification

Job description

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: SPSC Main Campus

Job Category: Operational Services

About St Peter's College

Founded in 1847, St Peter's College is an Anglican boarding and day school for boys committed to being an exceptional community of learning centered on truth, respect and service.

With an established reputation for academic excellence, our aim is to instill in students the desire and capacity to consistently seek to improve their own lives and, importantly, that of those around them.

The School is located just two kilometres from the city centre on a single 80-acre campus. The magnificent grounds accommodate beautiful buildings, both historic and modern and the School's educational facilities and sports fields are excellent. Our modern, purpose built Boarding House provides accommodation for 100 students from within Australia and overseas.

Over 1550 students from diverse backgrounds and abilities are educated at the School from the Early Years to Year 12. This diversity contributes powerfully and directly to the quality of a boy's education. We are committed to being a boys' school that promotes responsible relationships and positive attitudes towards girls and women. We are uncompromising in being a safe and inclusive learning community respectful of diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and nationality.

Job Description

About the position

St Peter's College is seeking an experienced and skilled Carpenter to join our Property and Maintenance Team. This is an opportunity for a qualified carpenter who takes pride in craftsmanship and enjoys a diverse role maintaining and enhancing a prestigious heritage campus.

Working across both historic and contemporary buildings, you will apply your carpentry expertise to repair, rebuild and replace building elements that ensure our facilities remain safe, functional, sustainable and visually appealing for students, staff and visitors.

While carpentry is the primary focus of this position, the successful applicant will also bring a practical, hands-on approach to a broad range of maintenance activities and work collaboratively with other trades and maintenance staff.

This position is a permanent, full-time role.

Please refer to the Position Description for further information.

Desired Skills And Experience

As the successful applicant you will

• A qualified carpenter who values quality workmanship and enjoys solving practical problems.
• Are equally comfortable working independently or as part of a collaborative maintenance team.
• Have a willingness to support the School's values and Anglican ethos.
• Hold a South Australian Working with Children Check.
• Provide evidence of Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) Certificate and First Aid Certificate.

Why Work For Us

St Peter's College offers a welcoming learning community connected by a shared vision and values. Our staff take great pride in delivering an exceptional education experience for our students who are motivated to learn, and for our families who truly value their partnership with the School. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where knowledge and expertise are built through professional growth and development opportunities. Our incredible facilities are complemented by the resources required to engage students in innovative and creative ways. With a focus on the pastoral care and wellbeing of both staff and students, the inclusive, community-focused culture of the School provides an environment in which staff are supported to perform their best.

Applications close Friday 9th October 2026. The School reserves the right to interview applicants prior to the closing date and to proceed to appointment if a suitable candidate is identified.

The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School's Child Protection Policy.

St Peter's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.