Cabinet Maker – Structural Concepts Australia

Location: 12-16 Bennet Avenue Melrose Park SA 5039

Full time position
Salary: $79,499 – 82,000 + Superannuation

About Us

Structural Concepts Australia specializes in comprehensive cabinet making and joinery for residential and commercial projects. In the cabinet making division, the company focuses on interpreting plans and technical drawings for the custom fabrication and installation of kitchens, vanities, wardrobes, and bespoke interior cabinetry. Its operations encompass the complete technical process both in the workshop and on site, including measuring, cutting, machining, assembling, and fitting materials such as MDF, plywood, timber, and laminates using specialized machinery and tools, ensuring high-quality finishes and strict compliance with WHS standards.

Role Overview

We are looking for a qualified Cabinet Maker who will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, and installing custom furniture and commercial and residential cabinetry from technical drawings, operating CNC and conventional machinery, working with various timbers and engineered materials, and fitting hardware and finishes to high precision and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

· Interpret architectural plans, shop drawings, and job sheets to calculate dimensions, tolerances, and material take-offs.

· Select, prepare, and process solid timbers, natural veneers, MDF, plywood, and high-pressure laminates according to project requirements.

· Set up and operate CNC machinery, edgebanders, panel saws, and hand tools to accurately cut, route,



and shape bespoke joinery components.

· Construct and assemble carcass units, custom cabinetry, bespoke furniture pieces, and structural frames for residential and commercial fitouts.

· Carry out on-site installation of high-end kitchens, bathroom vanities, custom wardrobes, and commercial reception or storage joinery.

· Fabricate specialized, detailed internal fittings and bespoke millwork requiring tight joinery tolerances.

· Install runners, soft-close hinges, locking mechanisms, decorative hardware, and integrated organizational accessories.

· Sand, prepare, and apply protective seals, lacquers, or edge finishes to ensure high aesthetic and durability standards.

· Perform remediation, modification, and restoration on existing architectural cabinetry or damaged furniture assets.

Ideal candidate profile

· Mandatory Requirement: Minimum of 1 year of full time, verifiable work experience in a cabinet making, joinery, or furniture manufacturing role.

· Technical Plan Interpretation: Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, and cutting lists, including calculating dimensions, material take-offs, and tolerances.





· Machinery & Tool Operation: Competence in setting up and safely operating workshop machinery

· CNC & CAD/CAM Familiarity: Working knowledge of basic setup, program loading, and operation of CNC machinery for precision cutting, routing, and shaping.

· Assembly & Joinery Techniques: Proficiency in carcass assembly, traditional and modern joining methods.

· Hardware Installation: Skill in fitting and adjusting functional and decorative hardware, including soft-close hinges, drawer runners, locking systems, and integrated storage mechanisms.

· On-Site Installation: Proven capability to fit bespoke cabinetry, kitchens, bathroom vanities, and commercial joinery on-site, including leveling, scribing, and adapting to irregular surfaces.

· Finishing & Remediation: Practical knowledge of surface preparation, progressive sanding, applying protective coatings (seals, lacquers, stains), and performing minor repairs or modifications.

· Workplace Health & Safety (WHS): Strict adherence to workshop and site safety regulations, correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), dust extraction protocols, and safe material handling.

How to Apply

If you meet these requirements and have the right attitude to join our fantastic team, please send your resume and a brief description about yourself.

Job Details

- Job Type: Full-time
- Work Location: In person (Melrose Park SA)

Schedule: 40 hours per week

Pay: $79,499.00 – $82,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Cabinet Maker (Melrose Park)
🏢 Structural Concepts Australia
📍 Melrose Park