ABOUT THE BUSINESS

Motif Joinery Group Pty Ltd (Motif Joinery) is a Sydney-based joinery business. We are seeking a carpenter/joiner to work on our sites and in the workshop. All work must meet the project drawings and specifications. The role combines carpentry on residential and commercial sites with joinery manufacture in the workshop. It is central to the business’s ability to deliver projects on schedule and to a consistent standard.

KEY TASKS AND DUTIES

- Read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings and specifications, and measure, mark out and set out work on site and in the workshop.
- Construct and install internal timber framing, doors, door frames, architraves, skirting and other timber trim, including fitting hinges, locks and door hardware.
- Install joinery on site, including scribing, levelling, fixing to walls and floors, and fitting benchtops.
- Repair, modify and renovate existing timber structures and joinery, including removing and replacing existing fixtures.
- Cut, shape and machine timber, MDF, particleboard and laminates using panel saws, CNC router, edgebander, drills and hand tools.
- Manufacture and assemble joinery for installation in buildings, including kitchens, vanities, built-in wardrobes and commercial shopfitting joinery, and fit hardware such as hinges, drawer runners and handles.
- Inspect completed work for quality and compliance with drawings and specifications,



maintain tools and machinery in protected working order, and follow WHS procedures, including PPE use and site safety requirements.
- Liaise with the Business Owner, builders, site supervisors and other trades to coordinate installation schedules.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

- Certificate III in Carpentry, or an equivalent qualification recognised in Australia.
- Demonstrated experience in carpentry and joinery, including timber framing, installing doors, frames and trim on site, and making joinery in a workshop.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings and specifications.
- Competence in the safe use of carpentry and joinery tools and machinery, including power tools, hand tools, panel saws, CNC router and edgebander.
- NSW General Construction Induction Card (White Card), or the ability to obtain one before starting site work.
- Sound understanding of work health and safety practices on construction sites and in workshops.

Personal attributes

- High attention to detail and commitment to accurate, quality workmanship.
- Ability to work independently and with other trades on site.
- Clear communication with supervisors, builders, clients and site personnel.
- Reliability and valuable time management in meeting project schedules.

Apply now!

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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