Carpenter

Torbay Lifestyles And Care; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Consistent work across commercial +/-

Supportive management team

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Torbay Lifestyles and Care – Hervey Bay QLD is seeking a skilled Carpenter to undertake a range of carpentry tasks across health, aged care and commercial projects.

You will contribute to first and second fix work, fit-outs, framing, decks and maintenance, ensuring high workmanship and safety across varied site conditions. A solid trade qualification and current rights to work in Australia are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised trade qualification in carpentry.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in carpentry, preferably in health, aged care or commercial settings.
• Ability to safely perform manual handling, use hand and power tools, and work across varying site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform first and second fix carpentry tasks on site.
• Carry out fit-outs, refurbishments and general carpentry work.
• Engage in framing, cladding, decks, doors, skirting and architraves.
• Handle site set-out, repairs and ongoing maintenance.

Skills

Carpentry

First & second fix

Fit-outs

Maintenance

Manual handling

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Carpentry

Carpentry apprenticeship

Equivalent qualification recognised by QBCC

Construction White Card

Current Blue Card

Working rights in Australia

Current Australian Driving Licence

Police Certificate

Job description

Torbay Lifestyles and Care – Hervey Bay QLD

As a Carpenter, you’ll be involved in a wide range of work that includes:

• First and second fix carpentry.
• Fit-outs, refurbishments, and general carpentry.
• Framing, cladding, decks, doors, skirting, architraves, and finishing work.
• Site set-out, repairs, and maintenance.
• Commercial and residential project work with variety week to week.

The position includes a competitive hourly rate and benefits such as:

• Excellent benefits
• Consistent work across commercial + residential projects
• Supportive, experienced management team

• Real opportunity for progression in a business known for quality and reliability
• A workplace culture that values good people and great workmanship.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised trade qualification, such as:
• Certificate III in Carpentry
• Completed carpentry apprenticeship
• Equivalent qualification recognised by QBCC
• Construction White Card
• Valid Working rights in Australia
• Current Blue Card
• Current Australian Driving Licence
• Valid and current Police Certificate

Experience

• Demonstrated 2 years or more experience in carpentry, ideally in a health, aged care, community housing, commercial, or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of building maintenance, repairs, and safe work practices.
• Ability to safely perform manual handling tasks, use hand and power tools, climb ladders, and work in various site conditions.

Skills

• Ability to prioritise workloads, work independently and/or with a team, and respond quickly to urgent repairs.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work around vulnerable residents.