Carpenter - Matt Birney Builders

Matt Birney Builders; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Access to ongoing training and support

Friendly work environment

Ability to develop within the organis\

Job summary

Matt Birney Builders Pty Ltd is seeking a Carpenter to join their Far North Queensland team. The company handles residential, commercial, industrial and government work, from new builds to renovations.

Applicants should have a Certificate III or IV (or equivalent experience) and relevant carpentry experience. White Card is required, and sponsorship may be available for the right candidate. Competitive salary and ongoing training are offered.

Qualifications

• Certificate III including at least one year of relevant experience, or Certificate IV.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience may be accepted in place of the formal qualification.
• Registration or licensing may be required for this occupation.
• Licences: Construction induction (White Card)

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret building plans, drawings, specifications and work orders to determine job requirements, materials and construction methods.
• Select, order and prepare appropriate timber, building materials, fixtures and fittings for construction activities.
• Measure, mark, cut, shape and assemble timber and other materials accurately to required dimensions and specifications.
• Construct, erect, install and repair building frameworks and structures, including wall and roof frames, floor systems, partitions and structural components.
• Form and cut timber joints and assemble components using appropriate hand tools, power tools and woodworking equipment.
• Install doors, door frames, windows, cabinetry, fixtures, fittings, mouldings, skirting boards and other finished components.
• Install and repair internal and external timber structures and building components in accordance with plans and specifications.

Skills

Timber framing

Reading plans

Material ordering

Hand & power tools

Education

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Tools

Measuring tools

Woodworking equipment

Job description

We are looking for a Carpenter to join our team.

Listing dates: 30/09/2026 to 28/10/2026

About the company:

Our Client, Matt Birney Builders Pty Ltd is a family owned, licensed building contractor in Far North Queensland The team takes on residential, commercial, industrial and government work, from new homes and commercial buildings through to kitchen and bathroom renovations.

Employment Responsibilities

• Read and interpret building plans, drawings, specifications and work orders to determine job requirements, materials and construction methods.
• Select, order and prepare appropriate timber, building materials, fixtures and fittings for construction activities.
• Measure, mark, cut, shape and assemble timber and other materials accurately to required dimensions and specifications.
• Construct, erect, install and repair building frameworks and structures, including wall and roof frames, floor systems, partitions and structural components.
• Form and cut timber joints and assemble components using appropriate hand tools, power tools and woodworking equipment.
• Install doors, door frames, windows, cabinetry, fixtures, fittings, mouldings, skirting boards and other finished components.
• Install and repair internal and external timber structures and building components in accordance with plans and specifications.

Skills, experience and qualifications

• Certificate III including at least one year of relevant experience, or Certificate IV. At least 3 years of relevant experience may be accepted in place of the formal qualification.
• Relevant experience may also be required.
• Registration or licensing may be required for this occupation.

Licences: Construction induction (White Card)

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Access to ongoing training and support
• Friendly work environment
• Ability to develop within the organisation

Sponsorship may be available to the right person.