Carpenter

CMTP; Colac; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Echidna Built in Colac is seeking a qualified carpenter to join our team manufacturing premium modular homes in a controlled factory setting. You will contribute to high-quality build outcomes with a focus on precision and workmanship.

Based in Colac, you’ll work with a skilled trades team, interpreting plans, and ensuring safety and efficiency across the build process. A White Card and a current driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Carpentry
• Current White Card
• Current driver’s licence
• Experience in residential or commercial construction and/or modular construction
• Ability to read plans and work independently
• High attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Positive attitude, reliability and a team-first approach

Responsibilities

• Construct timber-framed modular homes to a high standard
• Read and interpret construction plans and drawings
• Install flooring, wall frames, cladding, internal linings, doors, windows and finishing carpentry
• Work collaboratively with electricians, plumbers and other trades throughout the build process
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and attention to detail
• Contribute to continuous improvement and efficient manufacturing processes

Skills

Reading plans and drawings

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Qualifications in Carpentry

White Card

Job description

At Echidna Built, we're changing the way homes are built.

Backed by more than 50 years of manufacturing excellence through our parent company, CMTP, we design, manufacture and deliver high-quality modular buildings that combine exceptional craftsmanship, sustainable construction and smarter building practices.

As our business continues to grow, we're looking for a Qualified Carpenter to join our Colac team. If you take pride in your work, enjoy working with a skilled team, and want to be part of an innovative Australian manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Working from our modern manufacturing facility in Colac, you'll help construct premium modular homes in a controlled environment, delivering the quality and precision our customers expect.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Constructing timber-framed modular homes to a high standard
• Reading and interpreting construction plans and drawings
• Installing flooring, wall frames, cladding, internal linings, doors, windows and finishing carpentry
• Working collaboratively with electricians, plumbers and other trades throughout the build process
• Maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and attention to detail
• Contributing to continuous improvement and efficient manufacturing processes

What You'll Bring

• Qualifications in Carpentry
• Current White Card
• Current driver's licence
• Experience in residential or commercial construction and or modular construction
• Ability to read plans and work independently
• High attention to detail and pride in your workmanship
• Positive attitude, reliability and a team-first approach

Why Join Echidna Built?

• Be part of an innovative and growing modular home manufacturer
• Stable, full-time employment based in Colac
• Work primarily in a controlled factory environment with fewer weather delays
• Join a supportive team that values quality, craftsmanship and continuous improvementOpportunity to help shape the future of Australian modular construction
• Competitive remuneration based on experience
• Career development opportunities within a growing business backed by an established Australian manufacturer

Build Something Different

If you're looking for more than just another carpentry job and want to be part of a business that's redefining residential construction, we'd love to hear from you.

*Please note, to be successful in this position you will need to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.