Senior Cabinet Maker (Custom Joinery and Exhibitions)

DNA design; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

DNA Design is seeking an experienced Senior Cabinet Maker with advanced joinery skills to join our growing team in Queensland. You will lead production, mentor apprentices, and help increase our installation capability for events and exhibitions.

You will interpret drawings, operate CNC machinery, and uphold quality standards while driving continuous improvement and a safe, collaborative workshop culture.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Cabinet Making, Joinery, or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in cabinet making, joinery, and custom fit-out manufacturing.
• Advanced cabinet making and joinery skills with a strong focus on precision craftsmanship.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and plans.
• Strong knowledge of woodworking machinery and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Leadership qualities and the ability to guide and develop team members.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive attitude and commitment to producing quality work.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble high-quality cabinetry and joinery.
• Interpret detailed workshop drawings and specifications.
• Operate woodworking machinery, CNC equipment and power tools.
• Perform advanced cabinet making and joinery tasks to high standard.
• Ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately and on schedule.
• Support and mentor apprentices and junior tradespeople.
• Assist with workflow management and production planning.
• Maintain quality control throughout the manufacturing process.
• Promote a safety-focused workshop culture; liaise with management on improvements.

Skills

Advanced joinery skills

Leadership qualities

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Trade qualification in Cabinet Making/Joinery

Tools

CNC equipment

Woodworking machinery

Power tools

Job description

Senior Cabinet Maker (Custom Joinery and Exhibitions)

Senior Cabinet Maker – Events, Exhibitions & Display Fit-Outs

DNA Design is a creative design studio and fabrication business delivering high-quality exhibition stands, brand activations and commercial fitouts. We work across the events and exhibition industry, combining design thinking with practical construction expertise to bring ideas to life.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced Cabinet Maker to help lead and support our production team to increase our installation capability.

Senior Cabinet Maker – Events, Exhibitions & Display Fit-Outs

DNA Design is a creative design studio and fabrication business delivering high-quality exhibition stands, brand activations and commercial fitouts. We work across the events and exhibition industry, combining design thinking with practical construction expertise to bring ideas to life.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced Cabinet Maker to help lead and support our production team to increase our installation capability.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Cabinet Maker with advanced joinery skills to join our growing team. This is a key role within our business, suited to a trade-qualified professional who takes pride in exceptional craftsmanship, quality workmanship, and mentoring others.

This position offers a genuine career pathway into leadership and Factory Foreman responsibilitiesfor the right candidate. You will play an important role in supporting production operations, driving quality outcomes, and contributing to the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble high-quality custom cabinetry and joinery




• Interpret detailed workshop drawings and specifications




• Operate a range of woodworking machinery, CNC equipment, and power tools




• Perform advanced cabinet making and joinery tasks to the highest standard




• Ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately, and on schedule




• Support and mentor apprentices and junior tradespeople




• Assist with workflow management and production planning




• Maintain quality control standards throughout the manufacturing process




• Promote a positive and safety-focused workshop culture




• Work closely with management on continuous improvement initiatives

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Trade qualification in Cabinet Making, Joinery, or equivalent




• Extensive experience in cabinet making, joinery, and custom fit-out manufacturing




• Advanced cabinet making and joinery skills with a strong focus on precision craftsmanship




• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and plans




• Strong knowledge of woodworking machinery and manufacturing processes




• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail




• Leadership qualities and the ability to guide and develop team members




• Strong communication and organisational skills




• A proactive attitude and commitment to producing quality work

What's On Offer

• Senior-level role within a respected and growing business




• Clear pathway into Factory Foreman and a leadership position




• Opportunity to influence workshop processes and production standards




• Supportive team environment




• Long-term career development opportunities




• Competitive remuneration package based on experience




• Stable, full-time employment with ongoing growth potential

Why Join Us?

This is more than just another cabinet making role. We’re looking for someone who wants to take the next step in their career, contribute to the success of the business, and grow into a leadership position. If you’re an experienced cabinet maker with advanced joinery expertise and aspirations to move into workshop management, we’d love to hear from you.