Carpenter

ORIENTAL EMPLOYMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ORIENTAL EMPLOYMENT PTE. LTD. seeks an experienced carpenter to join our outdoor teams. You will apply strong carpentry knowledge, perform precise site measurements, and operate woodworking machinery such as routers, planers, sanding machines, edge banders, and post-forming equipment.

Leading a team of seasoned carpenters, you will train new members, interpret technical designs, and adapt to challenging weather conditions, including night and weekend shifts when required.

Qualifications

• Strong carpentry knowledge and practical skills.
• Ability to take accurate site measurements.
• Experience operating woodworking machinery (routers, planers, etc.).
• Proven leadership of a carpentry team.
• Physically fit for outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• Willingness to work night shifts and overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of carpenters and train new members.
• Perform site measurements independently with accuracy.
• Operate woodworking machinery and ensure safety compliance.
• Interpret technical drawings and freehand woodwork plans.

Skills

Carpentry knowledge

Team leadership

Freehand drawing

Physical fitness

Outdoor work endurance

Night shift willingness

Overtime weekend flexibility

Tools

Routers

Planers

Sanding machines

Edge banders

Post-forming machines

Job description

• Possess strong knowledge of local carpentry techniques and practices.
• Capable of performing site measurements independently with accuracy.
• Proficient in operating woodworking machinery such as routers, planers, sanding machines, edge banders, and post-forming machines.
• Lead a team of experienced carpenters and provide training for new team members.
• Skilled in freehand woodwork drawing and interpretation of technical designs.
• Physically fit and willing to work in challenging outdoor environments and weather conditions.
• Willingness to work night shift and split shift.
• Willingness to work extra hours or weekend if needed.