A respected residential builder in Australia is hiring carpenters for new homes, townhouses, and small renovation projects in Adelaide and the Sunshine Coast. The role covers framing, flooring, doors, and trim work on a tight build schedule. The position is full-time with paid overtime on busy weeks. Starting pay sits between AUD 35 and AUD 48 per hour, which matches the current market rate for trade carpenters in Australia.
The team welcomes time-served carpenters and skilled workers on relevant visas. Each crew works on the same site for the full build, so quality and team flow stay high. Strong carpenters can move into leading hand or site supervisor roles within two years.
Company Overview
The hiring company is a mid-sized builder with a strong reputation for clean finishes and steady delivery. The business runs four to six active sites at any time. Each site has a foreman and a clear weekly plan. The work culture rewards tidy work, careful measuring, and helpful team play.
Responsibilities
- Frame floors, walls, and roofs to plan with timber or LVL.
- Install doors, windows, skirting, and architraves.
- Lay timber and engineered floor boards to set spacings.
- Build internal stairs and small built-in joinery.
- Read plans and set out work for the team.
- Cut, measure, and fix parts using power and hand tools.
- Help apprentices on site and check their work.
- Keep the site tidy and clear of off-cuts at end of day.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Cert III in Carpentry or equal trade time.
- Three years or more of post-trade experience.
- Valid White Card before the first shift.
- Australian working rights or skilled visa.
- Own hand tools, with larger gear supplied by the site.
- Comfort working at heights with a harness when needed.
- Full driving licence for site travel.
Benefits and Perks
- Strong hourly rate with paid overtime.
- Superannuation paid every quarter on top of base pay.
- Annual boot and tool allowance.
- Free hi-vis, hard hat, and gloves.
- Paid leave and statutory holiday pay.
- Paid safety and refresher training.
- Sponsored skilled visa support for the right person.
- Steady year-round work backed by a strong order book.
How to Apply
Send your updated CV through the official job listing. State your trade ticket, years of experience, and preferred city. The site supervisor replies to short-listed carpenters within seven days to set up a brief trade chat.