Carpentry Apprentice – 1st to 4th Year | Full-Time | Canberra

R and J Building Services

Canberra

On-site

AUD 32,000 - 52,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role
Competitive wages
Training and mentorship
Career progression
Supportive team environment

Job summary

R & J Building Services in Canberra is seeking a Carpentry Apprentice (1st–4th year) for full-time work across a variety of residential and commercial projects. You will gain hands-on experience in framing, roofing, cladding, and finish carpentry while working with experienced carpenters and supervisors.

Ideal candidates hold a current White Card, a driver’s license, and have reliable transport. A team-oriented, safety-conscious mindset and willingness to learn are essential for long-term

Qualifications

  • Has a current White Card.
  • holds a valid driver's license.
  • Reliable transport to and from work.
  • Australian citizenship (required for government projects).
  • Good work ethic and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to work well in a team.
  • Positive attitude towards workplace safety.

Responsibilities

  • Timber and steel wall framing.
  • Roof truss installation.
  • Floor joists and flooring systems.
  • External cladding and roofing.
  • Fix-out and fit-off carpentry.
  • Residential and commercial construction projects.

Skills

White Card
Driver's license
Reliable transport
Teamwork
Safety awareness
Willingness to learn
Positive attitude

Job description

Carpentry Apprentice – 1st to 4th Year | Full-Time | Canberra

You will gain hands-on experience across a variety of carpentry and building works, including timber and steel wall framing, roof truss installation, floor joists and flooring systems, external cladding and roofing, fix-out and fit-off carpentry, and residential and commercial construction projects.

Key responsibilities
  • Timber and steel wall framing
  • Roof truss installation
  • Floor joists and flooring systems
  • External cladding and roofing
  • Fix-out and fit-off carpentry
  • Residential and commercial construction projects
About you
  • Current White Card
  • Current driver's licence
  • Reliable transport to and from work
  • Australian citizenship (required for government projects)
  • Good work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Ability to work well in a team
  • Positive attitude towards workplace safety
About us

R & J Building Services is an established Canberra-based building and carpentry company specialising in residential and commercial construction. We work with some of Canberra's leading builders and construction companies, delivering a wide range of projects across the ACT and surrounding regions.

  • Full-time employment with consistent work
  • Competitive wages based on experience and apprenticeship year
  • Experience across a wide range of residential and commercial projects
  • Training and support from experienced carpenters and supervisors
  • A good team environment
  • Long-term employment and career progression opportunities
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