Apprentice Carpenter - Attic Conversions Training

Farmers Market; Ireland; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Kanestruction Limited T/A The Attic Man is seeking a motivated New Entrant Carpenter to join our team in Dublin, focusing on residential attic conversions, carpentry and interior finishing works. This entry-level role offers practical on-the-job training and supervision while developing core carpentry skills.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced tradespeople, follow safety procedures, and gradually take on greater responsibilities as confidence grows.

Qualifications

• No formal carpentry qualification required.
• Prior basic carpentry exposure advantageous but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and develop practical carpentry skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Basic awareness of construction site safety and PPE is desirable.
• Reliable, hardworking and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reading drawings and specifications to understand carpentry requirements.
• Measure, cut and prepare timber and other materials using hand and power tools under supervision.
• Assist with assembling and installing timber frames and wooden structures for attic conversion projects.
• Support the installation of doors, door frames, skirting boards and timber fittings.
• Assist with timber flooring, staircase components and interior finishing works.
• Help align, fit and secure timber components using appropriate carpentry techniques.
• Check measurements and accuracy using measuring tapes, squares and spirit levels.
• Assist with repairs and maintenance of woodwork and fittings.
• Keep tools, materials and work areas clean and organised.
• Follow site safety procedures and instructions from experienced tradespeople.

Skills

Basic carpentry knowledge

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Kanestruction Limited T/A The Attic Man is seeking a motivated New Entrant Carpenter to join our team in Dublin, focusing on residential attic conversions, carpentry and interior finishing works. This entry-level role offers practical on-the-job training and supervision while developing core carpentry skills.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced tradespeople, follow safety procedures, and gradually take on greater responsibilities as confidence grows.