Carpenter

Careers at Council; Maitland; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Paid parental leave

Annual leave

Training and development

Fitness Passport

Healthy Employee Program

Job summary

Maitland City Council is looking for a qualified Carpenter to join their Building Services team. In this full-time permanent role, you will maintain and improve Council buildings across the Maitland region, working a 38-hour week with a compressed 4-day work schedule.

You will need a Certificate III in Building and Construction and demonstrate carpentry knowledge and team collaboration skills. Benefits include flexible work arrangements, parental leave, and additional leave options.

Qualifications

• Hold Certificate III in Building and Construction.
• Experience in small building construction works.
• Knowledge of carpentry tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve Council buildings and facilities.
• Carry out carpentry, joinery, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Respond to customer service requests and communicate progress.

Skills

Carpentry knowledge

Team collaboration

Tool usage

Maintenance skills

Education

Certificate III in Building and Construction

Job description

Maitland City Council is seeking a qualified and experienced Carpenter to join our Building Services team.

Working as part of a collaborative and supportive team, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving Council buildings, facilities, park furniture, fixtures and equipment across the Maitland region. Reporting to the Team Leader Building Trades, you'll undertake a diverse range of carpentry and joinery tasks while contributing to the delivery of high-quality services for our community.

You will be responsible for carrying out carpentry, joinery, maintenance, repair and construction activities across Council assets and facilities. This includes interpreting construction plans to ensure the accurate delivery of works, inspecting and verifying materials received on site, and maintaining high standards of workmanship. You will also respond to customer service requests, communicate progress and completion of works, and actively foster a safe, collaborative and customer focused team environment.

The Opportunity:

About you:

To be successful in this role, you will hold a Certificate III in Building and Construction and hold contemporary industry knowledge and demonstrate experience in small building related construction works, structure and maintenance.

You will have sound knowledge of carpentry related tools, equipment and their applications and have the ability to work productively as a member of a collaborative team.

Benefits:

This is a full-time, permanent role working a 38-hour week, with a base salary range of $65,652 - $72,874 per year + Level 1 Adverse Allowance + 12% super.

The Building Services team currently works a 4-day compressed work week.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• 2 weeks' personal leave & 4 weeks of annual leave
• One extra week of "My Leave" a year (to use how you like!)
• Long Service Leave after five years
• Ongoing training and development
• Fitness Passport
• Healthy Employee Program

Applications close: Sunday 18 October 2026.

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation (***********@maitland.nsw.gov.au)