Construction Apprentice Carpenter

Anaman; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate health insurance discounts

Thrive wellbeing initiative

Employee benefits

Job summary

FKG Construction is seeking a 3rd Year Apprentice Carpenter in Brisbane to continue your apprenticeship with a commercial builder. You will learn on varied major projects, working with experienced site teams for hands‑on experience and progression toward leading-hand responsibilities.

Completion of two years in Carpentry, a current licence and the willingness to travel and stay away from home as required are key. Accommodation is provided where needed.

Qualifications

• Completed year 12 level of schooling (or has significant work experience).
• Completed the first two years of your Carpentry Apprenticeship.
• Current drivers licence and own reliable transport.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home (with accommodation provided) as required.
• A sound level of verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous construction experience within the residential space is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform carpentry tasks on commercial construction projects under supervision.
• Gain hands-on experience across trades while on site.
• Work with experienced teams to build for major projects.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Good communication

Willingness to travel

Reliable transport

Team player

Education

Year 12 completion

Carpentry Apprenticeship – first 2 years

Tools

Blue Card

White Card

Job description

• Location106 Newmarket Road,Windsor, QLD, 4030,Australia
• Job CategoryFKG Construction, Brisbane, 3rd Year Apprentice Carpenter
• Employee TypeApprentice
• Required DegreeHigh school

Contact information

• Contact NameLucy Gordon
• Contact Phone[phone]***
• Contact *******@fkg.com.au

Description

Building for Generations through the Pursuit of Excellence

The FKG Construction team has a proud 50+ year history of successfully delivering a variety of commercial construction projects across a wide range of sectors including both government and private clients. We are dedicated to building for generations, achieved through our personable approach with all people, including those within our communities within which we live every day. We believe our people are the key to our success and we are invested in supporting the wellbeing of our team members, providing skills development opportunities, rewarding performance and recognising high achievement. As an FKG Group employee you will have access to our range of benefits which includes corporate health insurance discounts, employee assistance program, our “Thrive” wellbeing initiative and many more.

The Role

3rd Year Apprentice Carpenters! Have you completed a couple of years working for a Residential Builder and keen to continue your apprenticeship with a commercial construction company, with aspirations to become a Leading Hand? Then look no further! Completing your apprenticeship at FKG will give you knowledge across all trades where you'll learn from experienced site teams and obtain hands‑on experience on a variety of exciting major projects.

Experience and Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• A desire to build a career in the commercial construction industry;
• Ability and willingness to travel as required;
• Completed year 12 level of schooling (or has significant work experience);
• Completed the first two years of your Carpentry Apprenticeship;
• Current drivers licence and own reliable transport;
• Good manual dexterity, mathematical and problem-solving skills;
• A Blue or White Card;
• Willingness to work away from home (with accommodation provided) as required;
• A sound level of verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous construction experience within the residential space is advantageous.

FKG is an equal opportunity employer, where we recognise the diversity of our team and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.