Apprentice Cabinetmaker / Factory Hand
Location: Thomastown, Melbourne, VIC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Want to Become an Elite Cabinet Maker?
If you are highly motivated, accountable, and serious about building a career in cabinet making, this could be your opportunity.
This opportunity is designed for someone who brings energy, urgency, and personal accountability to work every day.
You will thrive at Projoin if you:
Take ownership instead of making excuses
Work with purpose, pace, and attention to detail
Look for the next task without waiting to be asked
Accept feedback and apply it quickly
Help with the small jobs as willingly as the big ones
Step up when the team needs extra effort
Want to improve your skills every day
Hold yourself to a high standard, even when nobody is watching
If you prefer to do only the minimum, need constant prompting, or are unwilling to take responsibility for your results, this will not be the right environment for you.
We are looking for someone hungry to learn, ready to contribute, and determined to become an
elite cabinet maker
.
What You Will Learn
You will gain practical experience across the full cabinet-making process, including:
Reading drawings and following cutting lists
Manufacturing and assembling commercial joinery
Using hand tools, power tools, and factory machinery safely
Edging, sanding, hardware fitting, assembly, and finishing
Preparing materials and components for production
Packing and preparing completed joinery for dispatch
Loading and unloading materials and completed products
Supporting experienced installers on site
Understanding how quality joinery moves from the factory to installation
You will work alongside experienced tradespeople who can teach you the right way to do the job.
The Small Things Matter
Every successful tradesperson starts by mastering the basics.
You will also be expected to:




Keep tools, materials, and hardware organised
Assist with deliveries and stock storagePrepare materials for upcoming jobs
Check that all components and hardware are ready for dispatch
Keep the factory clean, safe, and productive
Look after company tools, equipment, and machinery
Follow all safety procedures and wear the required PPE
We are looking for someone who understands that cleaning, organising, preparing, and checking are all part of becoming a reliable tradesperson.
What We Are Looking For
A strong work ethic and genuine desire to learn
Reliability, punctuality, and accountability
A positive attitude and respect for the team
Good attention to detail
The ability to listen, learn, and apply feedback
Physical fitness and confidence with hands-on work
Pride in producing quality workmanship
A genuine interest in cabinet making and commercial joinery
Availability to work overtime when required
A current cabinet-making apprentice or someone ready to begin an apprenticeship is preferred.
Previous factory, manufacturing, construction, or labouring experience is helpful, but not essential. A current driver's licence is also preferred.
What You Will Get From Projoin
Hands-on mentoring from experienced cabinet makers
Factory and installation experience
Training across commercial joinery production
Modern equipment and a professional factory environment
A supportive team that rewards effort and improvement
Career progression within a growing company
The opportunity to develop into a highly capable cabinet maker
Are You Ready to Earn the Opportunity?
This role is for someone who wants more than a pay cheque. It is for someone who wants to build valuable skills, become excellent at their trade, and create a career they can be proud of.
If you are ready to work hard, stay accountable, learn every day, and do the small things properly, we want to hear from you.
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📌 Apprentice Cabinetmaker / Factory Hand (Melbourne)
🏢 Projoin
📍 Melbourne