Carpenter / Frame Maker

ART FRAMING GROUP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Job summary

ART FRAMING GROUP PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a skilled woodworker to build custom picture frames and related woodwork in our workshop, focusing on precision and high-quality finishes for valuable artwork.

You will cut, join and assemble frames, operate workshop tools safely, and prepare frames for delivery or installation. The role offers hands-on training, varied projects including hotel and gallery commission, and salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in carpentry, joinery or framing.
• Able to read measurements and simple drawings accurately.
• Good hand skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable with power tools and workshop machinery.
• Physically fit and able to lift heavy frames.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or in a small team.
• Basic spoken English.
• Must be eligible to work in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Cut, join and assemble frames from wood and aluminium mouldings to exact specifications
• Operate workshop equipment such as mitre saws, underpinners, table saws, routers and sanders safely
• Build stretcher bars, shadow boxes, crates and custom display pieces
• Sand, fill, stain, paint and finish frames to a clean gallery standard
• Fit glass, acrylic, mount boards and backing, and prepare frames for hanging
• Pack and crate finished work for delivery; assist with deliveries and on-site installation when needed
• Keep tools, machines and the workshop clean, organised and in good working order
• Follow workplace safety practices and flag any damage or quality issues

Skills

Reading measurements

Attention to detail

Independent work

Physical fitness

Tools

Mitre saws

Underpinners

Table saws

Routers

Sanders

Power tools

Job description

About us

We are a Singapore custom framing, fine art printing and art restoration business. We frame everything from limited-edition prints and original paintings to large hotel and commercial projects with hundreds of pieces.

The role

You’ll build custom frames and related woodwork in our workshop, working to precise measurements and a high standard of finish. Much of what we frame is valuable artwork, so care and accuracy matter more than speed.

Responsibilities

• Cut, join and assemble picture frames from wood and aluminium mouldings to exact specifications
• Operate workshop equipment such as mitre saws, underpinners, table saws, routers and sanders safely
• Build stretcher bars, shadow boxes, crates and custom display pieces
• Sand, fill, stain, paint and finish frames to a clean gallery standard
• Fit glass, acrylic, mount boards and backing, and prepare frames for hanging
• Pack and crate finished work for delivery; assist with deliveries and on-site installation when needed
• Keep tools, machines and the workshop clean, organised and in good working order
• Follow workplace safety practices and flag any damage or quality issues

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in carpentry, joinery, furniture making, framing or similar woodwork
• Able to read measurements and simple drawings accurately
• Good hand skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable with power tools and workshop machinery
• Physically fit; able to lift and handle heavy frames and materials
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or in a small team
• Basic spoken English
• Must be eligible to work in Singapore

Good to have

• Picture framing experience
• Experience with spray finishing, veneering or gilding
• Class 3 driving licence

What we offer

• Stable, hands-on work with interesting projects, including hotel and gallery commissions
• On-the-job training in professional framing techniques
• Salary based on experience
• [Working hours, leave, CPF/benefits as per your contract]