Carpentry Apprentice

O'Brien Building; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Brien Building in South East Melbourne is seeking a 1st or 2nd year Carpentry Apprentice to join our growing team. You'll gain hands-on experience across residential carpentry, from frames to fit-offs, under the guidance of experienced carpenters.

We value motivation, reliability and punctuality, and you must hold a current White Card. Weekend work may be available. This role offers a fast-paced, supportive environment with real growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Motivated and eager to learn.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Able to work well within a team.
• Must hold a current White Card.

Responsibilities

• Assist carpenters on site across residential projects.
• Support all stages of carpentry work as part of the team.
• Keep workspace clean, organised and safe on site.

Skills

Teamwork

Willing to learn

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

White Card

Job description

We are a small carpentry company based in South East Melbourne that is rapidly growing, and we’re looking for a 1st or 2nd year Carpentry Apprentice to join our team.

Our business prides itself on quality workmanship, reliability, and maintaining a positive, supportive team environment. With a strong pipeline of work and continued growth, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting hands‑on experience across multiple aspects of carpentry.

Current Projects Include:

• Frames
• Lock ups
• Fixes
• Fit offs
• Decks
• Renovations

This position is perfect for an apprentice who wants exposure to all stages of residential carpentry — not just one area — and is eager to build well-rounded skills in the trade.

About You:

• Highly motivated and eager to learn
• Strong work ethic
• Reliable and punctual
• Able to work well within a team
• Must hold a current White Card

A driver’s licence is not essentialif you are based in or within close proximity to Officer, Victoria.

Some Saturday work may be available to the right candidatewhen required.

The successful candidate will complete a 3 month probationary periodto ensure they are the right fit for our team and company culture.

If you’re looking to grow your skills with a supportive team in a fast-paced, expanding company, we’d love to hear from you.

Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or have full working rights.