About the Business
ABH Contracting Pty Ltd is a residential and light commercial construction company delivering high-quality carpentry and building services. We are seeking a qualified Carpenter to join our construction team. The successful candidate will carry out a wide range of carpentry tasks across residential building projects, working independently and as part of a team under the direction of the Leading Hand.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Key duties include:
· Constructing, erecting and installing wall frames, ceiling frames, roof trusses, pitched roofs and eaves
· Installing flooring systems, windows, doors, exterior cladding, linings, panelling and mouldings
· Constructing and installing bulkheads and timber external stairs
· Framing and fitting wet area fixtures
· Assembling partitions and erecting and dismantling formwork for footings and slabs on ground
· Carrying out setting out, levelling operations and hand excavation
· Reading and interpreting plans, specifications and drawings
· Performing measurements and construction calculations to determine material requirements
· Using carpentry tools, equipment and materials safely and efficiently
· Carrying out minor demolition works and concreting to simple forms
· Applying WHS requirements, identifying hazards and implementing risk control strategies
· Working safely at heights, including use of restricted-height scaffolding and elevated work platforms
Skills and Experience Required
· Trade qualification in Carpentry or equivalent skills and experience - Cert III & two years' experience, or Cert IV
· Or Minimum 3 years' relevant carpentry experience in residential construction
· Demonstrated ability to work independently from plans and specifications
· Strong understanding of Australian building practices and WHS requirements
· Ability to perform construction measurements and calculations
· Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a team