Junior Cabinet Maker / Joinery Assistant
AWF
Listing Description
Description
Our client is looking for a motivated and hands‑on Cabinet Assembly & Joinery Assistant to join our factory and site team based in Avondale. This role is ideal for someone with a great attitude, confidence using hand tools, and a strong eagerness to learn. The client is not looking for someone highly experienced, but rather someone practical, reliable, and keen to grow in the trade.
About the Role
You'll be involved in cabinet assembly and joinery work in the factory, as well as assisting installers on site. This is a varied, hands‑on role offering excellent learning and development opportunities within the joinery industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Assembling cabinets and joinery units in the factory
- Measuring and preparing materials accurately
- Confident use of hand tools (tape measure, clamps, screwdrivers, hand saws, etc.)
- Using small power tools, including drills and basic workshop equipment
- Assisting with joinery tasks such as routing edges of components
- Assisting installers on site with fit‑outs and installations
- Carrying furniture and materials from vehicles onto site, including benchtops, steel frames, and joinery units
- Maintaining a clean and safe workshop and site environment
What We're Looking For
- Knowledge of and confidence using hand tools is essential
- Strong willingness to learn and take direction
- Positive attitude and solid work ethic
- Reliable and punctual
- Previous exposure to carpentry, cabinetry, or joinery is an advantage but not required
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
- Interest in building a long‑term career in joinery or carpentry
Compliance Requirements
- Successful candidates will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test
- Criminal background checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process
What's On Offer
- On‑the‑job training and ongoing skill development
- Factory and site‑based work for variety and experience
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to grow and progress within the company
If you're practical, confident with hand tools, and keen to learn the joinery trade, we'd love to hear from you.
Application details
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