Furniture Upholsterer & Assembler (3-4 month contract)

Resero Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking onsite

Close to public transport

Job summary

Resero Group in Sydney, NSW, seeks an upholsterer to join the Minto site on a fixed-term contract. The role involves upholstering furniture using fabric, leather and other materials following patterns and standard processes.

Ideal candidates have upholstery experience or transferable skills, with strong attention to detail and practical hands-on ability. Day shift 7am–3.30pm, Monday to Friday, with transport links nearby.

Qualifications

• Experience in upholstery or a manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Capable learner with strong practical skills and good hand dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Upholster chairs, sofas and seating using fabric, leather or other materials.
• Follow patterns, instructions and standard processes to produce upholstered furniture.
• Assemble furniture frames and carcasses; cut, fit and attach foam and cushioning materials.
• Attach upholstery materials using staples and other methods with hand tools and jigs.
• Ensure workmanship meets high quality standards and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Practical skills

Hand dexterity

Attention to detail

Pattern reading

Tools

Hand tools

Jigs

Job description

At Resero Group, we’re all about creating spaces that lift everyone to achieve more. Born in Australasia and exporting to the world, we’re a privately owned business, with a family of trusted furniture brands. Our brands, Sebel and Furnware have been respected for over half a century by schools and other facilities around the globe.

About the Upholstery Team

Our Upholstery Team is hands‑on in bringing furniture to life. We cut, sew, glue, pull, staple, and fit components together to create lounges and classroom chairs. You may do some or all of these steps, with jigs, tools, and standard processes to support you. Together, we craft high‑quality, comfortable pieces that are built to last.

About the Role

We are seeking an Upholsterer to join our talented team at our Minto site. Ideally, you will have upholstery experience, but we are also open to capable learners with transferable skills and a strong willingness to learn.

This role requires excellent attention to detail, practical problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work with a variety of materials and tools.

The role is based at our Minto site, reporting to the Shift Supervisor. Day shift: 7am – 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Key tasks & responsibilities

Tasks range from simple to complex, upholstering furniture such as chairs, sofas, and other seating with fabric, leather, or other materials. This includes:

• Working from patterns, instructions and standard processes to produce upholstered furniture.
• Assembling furniture frames and carcasses.
• Cutting, fitting and attaching foam and other cushioning materials using adhesives.
• Fitting and attaching fabric, leather and other upholstery materials using staples and other methods.
• Using hand tools, jigs and other equipment to complete upholstery and assembly tasks.
• Ensuring products are finished to a high standard and meet quality requirements.
• Following safe work practices and maintaining a clean and organised work area.

Education and Experience:

• Experience in upholstery or a manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Capable learner with strong practical skills / good with your hands

What’s in it for you?

• Fixed Term contract commencing October through to January (3-4 month contract)
• 38 hours per week + guaranteed 2 hours over time every week, totaling a 40-hour working week
• Day shift hours Monday to Friday 7am – 3.30pm
• Time off between Christmas and New Year, last day Thursday 24 December 2026 and returning Monday 4 January 2027
• Close to public transport – 5 minute walk from Minto Station
• Parking available onsite
• Opportunity to work with iconic Australian products that you have likely sat on during your schooling life.