Carriage Builder - Carpenter, Cabinet Maker, Shop Fitter

About the role

A well-established rail asset maintenance and refurbishment operation in Kilburn, South Australia, is seeking experienced Carriage Builders. This is a hands-on trade role with responsibility for constructing, refurbishing and repairing rail carriages, including cabinet making, wall and ceiling installation, flooring, window and door installation and general building repairs. The work involves timber components fixed to steel-framed structures.

Key responsibilities

• Construct, refurbish and repair rail carriages
• Cabinet making, wall and ceiling installation, flooring, window and door installation
• General building repairs
• Work with timber components fixed to steel-framed structures

Required profile

• Trade background in carpentry, cabinet making, shopfitting or similar
• Experience with timber fabrication and installation work
• Experience installing walls, ceilings, flooring, windows and doors
• Ability to read plans and work independently or as part of a team
• Focus on safety and teamwork, with attention to detail and quality

Required skills

• Use of hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Timber fabrication and installation
• Reading plans

What we offer

• Pay of $49.95 per hour
• At least 2 years of secured work
• Monday to Friday roster, 6am to 2:06pm
• Stable, supportive team environment with strong leadership
• Opportunity to work on specialised rail refurbishment projects