Hitek Steel Framing is growing, and we’re looking for a motivated apprentice carpenter to join our installation team. This role would ideally suit a second- or third-year apprentice, although apprentices at other stages with relevant framing or construction experience are welcome to apply.

You’ll gain hands-on experience installing prefabricated light-gauge steel wall frames, floor systems and roof trusses on residential projects throughout Sydney and the South Coast.

What you’ll be doing

- Installing light-gauge steel wall frames, floor systems and roof trusses
- Learning to read and work from construction plans
- Measuring, setting out and assembling framing components
- Using hand and power tools safely
- Working alongside experienced tradespeople
- Following site safety and quality requirements
- Attending trade school and completing your apprenticeship requirements

What we offer

- Full time, ongoing employment
- Consistent Monday-to-Friday work
- Overtime opportunities
- Practical training with experienced framing carpenters
- Exposure to quality residential projects for leading builders
- A supportive team that will help you develop your skills
- Opportunities to grow with an established steel-framing business
- Pay based on apprenticeship year, experience and applicable award rates

About you We’re looking for someone who:





- Is currently completing a carpentry apprenticeship—second or third year preferred
- Has some residential framing or construction experience
- Is keen to learn steel-frame installation
- Takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work
- Is reliable, punctual and willing to work as part of a team
- Can follow instructions and work safely
- Holds a current White Card
- Has a current driver’s licence and reliable transport
- Has basic carpentry tools or is prepared to obtain them

Experience with steel framing is helpful but not essential. Training will be provided to the right person.

Schedule and work locations

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime available
- Projects across Sydney and the South Coast
- Applicants must be comfortable travelling to different project sites

How to apply Apply through Indeed with your résumé and a short note telling us:

- What year of your apprenticeship you are in
- What framing or construction experience you have
- Your current location
- When you are available to start

If you’re dependable, enjoy practical work and want to develop specialist framing skills, we’d like to hear from you. Pay: $20.00 – $40.00 per hour

Experience

- Frame carpentry: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Apprentice Framing Carpenter (Port Kembla)
🏢 Hitek Steel Framing
📍 Port Kembla