Prototype-Centric Furniture Maker | CNC & CAD Expert

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

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.