Carpenter

Downer; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Australian company is seeking a Carpenter for their Rockhampton Staging & Support Base. The role involves carpentry fitting, maintenance works, and compliance with safety regulations. Qualified candidates should have a Certificate III in Carpentry and be able to maintain a Defence Security Clearance. The position promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and offers opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Health-care discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must have a Certificate III in Carpentry.
• Experience in facilities maintenance preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry fitting and minor maintenance works.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Deliver preventative and responsive facility upkeep.

Skills

Certificate III in Carpentry

Preventive and corrective maintenance

Working at Heights qualification

Current Open Driver’s Licence

Education

Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade

Job description

Description

Downer has been awarded the Property and Asset Services (PAS) contract to deliver base and estate services across their two largest regions NSW / ACT and QLD. This is a significant milestone for our business and our enduring 80 year relationship with the Australian Defence Force.

We’re inviting applications to join our permanent workforce at Rockhampton Staging & Support Base as a Carpenter. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

Commencing February 2026 we’re looking for people from all backgrounds whether you bring Defence experience, industry knowledge or transferable skills from other sectors.

If you’re passionate about contributing to Defence capability and want to be part of a high‑performing inclusive team, express your interest today.

What You’ll Do

This role offers a broad scope with key responsibilities including:

• Undertake carpentry fitting and minor maintenance works at a single Defence base ensuring buildings, structures, plant and equipment are maintained to required standards.
• Perform carpentry joinery and basic building works including repairs, installation and maintenance of structures and fixtures.
• Deliver both preventative and responsive works in accordance with statutory, contractual and safety requirements applying trade expertise across carpentry and general facility upkeep.
• Ensure a safe working environment for all stakeholders including colleagues, customers and the general public.

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate III in Carpentry.
• Post‑trade experience in carpentry and/or mechanical fitting within a facilities maintenance environment.
• Working at Heights qualification (desirable).
• Demonstrated experience in preventative and corrective maintenance of building structures, fixtures and mechanical plant/equipment.
• Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade or equivalent mechanical fitting qualification (desirable).
• Current Open Driver’s Licence.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship is mandatory).

More than anything you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high‑quality outcomes for our clients.

Why Downer

At Downer we plan, create and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.

Downer is a sovereign‑owned ASX‑listed Australian company and proud recipient of the Estate & Infrastructure Business of the Year (2025) and Prime Contractor of the Year for two consecutive years (2024–2025). With over 80 years of support to the Australian Defence Force (ADF) our Base and Estate Management team delivers innovative solutions and integrated services to both the ADF and New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF).

What It Means to Belong at Downer

We’re proud of our high‑performance culture and commitment to diversity offering:

• Training and development to support and diversify your career.
• With 30% of vacancies filled internally you’ll find real opportunities to advance your career.
• Health‑care discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
• Employee Assistance Programme: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit apply – potential counts and so do you.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer we support flexibility that works for your life inclusive leadership that values your voice and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process just let us know we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.

What You’ll Need to Apply

Please submit your application by following the link at the Apply Now button along with your CV and any applicable certificates and licences.

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1