Carpenter &
Joiner
Carpenters and joiners construct, erect, install, finish and repair wooden and metal structures and fixtures. Their skill-sets include:
- setting the outline of the building on the ground with string and pegs to allow for excavations
- erecting floor & wall framework
- pitching roof
- erecting suspended ceilings
- may also need to read plans and specifications of buildings
Entry to this occupation is through an apprenticeship.
- Carpentry and Joinery (Pre-apprenticeship)
- Certificate II in Building and Construction – Fitout and Finish (Carpentry)
- Certificate III in Building and Construction – Fitout and Finish (Carpentry)
- Carpentry and Joinery (Apprenticeship) Excellent PR pathway