Furniture Maker

Furniture By Design; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Furniture by Design Pty Ltd in Padstow, NSW seeks a skilled Furniture Maker to fabricate, assemble and finish timber furniture across prototypes and production lines. You will translate CAD designs into workshop drawings, cutting lists and CNC programs, and you will refine construction methods for production.

The role requires reading CAD models, timber knowledge and finishing systems, with a focus on safety and high-quality workmanship in a 38-hour week, full-time permanent position.

Qualifications

• Qualification in furniture making (AQF Certificate III or higher) or 3+ years experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and CAD models.
• Proficiency with hand tools and fixed woodworking machinery.
• Experience with CNC machining of timber and panel components.
• Knowledge of timber species, construction methods and finishing systems.
• Adherence to Australian Standards and WHS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Study and interpret product designs, CAD models and specifications; prepare workshop drawings and material take-offs.
• Develop construction details and methods for new furniture pieces with design and production teams.
• Construct prototypes and samples, fitting joints and resolving construction/tolerance issues.
• Fabricate and assemble production furniture and components; glue, cramp, screw and fit parts.
• Prepare CNC programs and cut files; set up and operate CNC routing machinery.
• Select timber, veneers and panel products; mark out and shape components.
• Fit hardware and finishes; sand and prepare timber surfaces.
• Document methods and maintain tools and a clean work area per WHS.
• Support production handover with clear documentation.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

CNC machining

Woodworking

Attention to detail

Education

AQF Certificate III or higher in furniture making

Tools

CAD software

CNC routing machines

Hand tools & woodworking machinery

Job description

Padstow, Full Time, Trades & Services
Vacancy Listing Dates 17/09/2026 to 15/10/2026
Please Quote Reference Number 18600

• Full time permanent opportunity
• Remuneration: $80,000 - $85,000 per annum
• Padstow, NSW location

Furniture by Design Pty Ltd require a Furniture Maker to join their team in Padstow, NSW.

Position Purpose

The Furniture Maker fabricates, assembles and finishes timber furniture and furniture components at Furniture by Design's Padstow manufacturing facility. The role produces prototypes, samples and production furniture across the company's upholstered furniture and casegoods ranges, constructing pieces from solid hardwood, softwood and timber panel products using traditional construction techniques and modern machinery including CNC routing equipment. As the company's prototype and sample maker, the position translates product designs and CAD models into workshop drawings, cutting lists, CNC programs and physical first articles, develops and documents construction details, and refines construction methods for production.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Study and interpret product designs, CAD models and specifications; prepare workshop drawings, technical drawings, cutting lists and material take-offs for manufacture
• Develop construction details and methods for new and existing furniture pieces, translating design concepts into buildable specifications in consultation with the design and production teams
• Construct prototypes and samples of new furniture designs: making and fitting joints, assembling components and resolving construction, fit and tolerance issues
• Fabricate and assemble production furniture and furniture parts, including frames, tops, bases and casegood components; glue, cramp, screw and fit prepared parts
• Prepare CNC programs and cut files from CAD models; set up and operate CNC routing machinery, and check machined parts against drawings
• Select timber, veneers and panel products; mark out, measure, cut and shape components using saws, planers, routers and other woodworking machinery
• Fit hardware, fittings and mechanisms; sand, smooth and prepare timber surfaces, and apply and rub back finishes, stains and polishes
• Document construction methods, materials and specifications for production handover; maintain tools and machinery and keep a clean, safe work area in accordance with WHS requirements

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Qualification in furniture making, cabinetmaking or furniture design/technology (AQF Certificate III or higher, or equivalent), or at least three years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to read, prepare and produce work from technical drawings, CAD models and specifications; proficiency with CAD software for workshop drawings and CNC cut files.
• Proficiency with hand tools, portable power tools and fixed woodworking machinery.
• Experience with CNC machining of timber and panel components (or aptitude to be trained).
• Knowledge of timber species, furniture construction methods, hardware and finishing systems.
• Ability to work with designers to resolve construction details and produce accurate prototypes and samples.
• Awareness of and adherence to relevant Australian Standards for furniture.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety and quality standards.

This is a full time permanent position (38 hours per week).

Remuneration:
$80,000 - $85,000 per annum.