Residential Carpenter

Residential Carpenter

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

North Melbourne   

Industry:

Trades & Labour

Salary:

$ 48.00 - 51.00 Per Hour

Contact Name:
Ryan Olden
Contact Phone:
0483049574
Contact Email:
ryan.olden@fetchrecruit.com.au
Date Published:

16-Jul-2026

About Fetch Recruitment
Fetch Recruitment specializes in connecting skilled professionals with top opportunities in the construction and carpentry industries. They provide tailored recruitment solutions for permanent, temporary, and contract roles, focusing on finding the right fit for both clients and candidates. They have strong expertise in construction trades, including carpentry.
 
About the Builder
Fetch has partnered with a leading and award winning architectural builder based in the inner northern, eastern and bayside suburbs. They are looking to expand their growing team of carpenters to work on a number of exciting projects valued up to $10m.
With a strong pipeline of work, there will be opportunities to further upskill and grow into Leading Hand and Site Supervisor positions.
Our client prides themselves on providing a workplace that employees enjoy, while also supporting a healthy work/life balance.
 
Project Location:
North Melbourne
 
The Role
Our client is seeking passionate Carpenters who are proud of the company they work for and the work they deliver on a daily basis on a casual basis with the opportunity to move into a full time position.
Working alongside the Leading Hand and Site Supervisor, you will perform general carpentry tasks across framing, lock-up, and fix-out stages, with custom detailing from job to job, so no day will be the same.
You will need to think outside the box and adapt to change due to the complexity and challenges of each build.
Experience in architectural builds and plan reading is ideal, along with a keen eye for detail.
 
What You’ll Do
  • Hands-on carpentry across all stages – framing, lock up and fix
  • Read and interpret plans and custom detailing
  • Experience in pre site demolition and site set outs desirable
  • Set out, mark and build stick build frames and install prefab frames from time to time
  • Install interior & exterior feature timber lining and feature cladding boards
  • Review plans for heights to allow for the installation of custom made windows and doors
  • Fix work involving: architraves, skirting, door handles and flooring
  • Hard landscaping: Decks, pergolas and retaining walls
 
What You’ll Need
  • Cert III in Carpentry + minimum 3 years’ experience on high-end builds
  • Experience working on architectural builders from start to finish
  • Strong finishing skills and ability to interpret detailed drawings
  • Proven leadership of small teams or experience as a Leading Hand
  • White Card, own tools, and reliable transport
  • Ability to liaise professionally with clients, architects, and trades
  • Confidence speaking with clients when visiting sites unannounced
 
Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Ample learning opportunities in the architectural building space
  • Career growth for the right person
 
If you are a skilled residential carpenter looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you! Please apply or email Ryan at ryan.olden@fetchrecruit.com.au
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