Leading Hand Cabinetmaker
Visa sponsorship
Trade · Townsville, QLD, Australia · Full-Time · $42/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
Two trade-qualified Cabinetmakers are sought for Leading Hand roles with a Townsville cabinetry and joinery business. You will remain hands-on while coordinating a small workshop team and helping daily production run efficiently.
The role combines building and assembling products with drawing interpretation, quality checks and practical guidance for cabinetmakers and apprentices. Technical ability, professional experience and leadership must be clear and verifiable. Eligible overseas candidates may be considered for visa sponsorship.
Include your Certificate III or equivalent, joinery projects and workshop staff guidance in an English CV. Show your Townsville cabinetmaking leadership capability with Build AI CV.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead cabinetmakers and apprentices in the workshop
- Coordinate production and daily workflow
- Build and assemble cabinetry and joinery and check measurements, workmanship and finished quality
- Interpret drawings, plans and specifications and guide the team technically
- Operate machinery and workshop equipment
- Monitor productivity and quality and resolve production problems
- Assist installations when needed
- Maintain an organised and safe workshop; Help meet production deadlines and quality targets
Requirements & Eligibility
- Trade-qualified Cabinetmaker with Certificate III or equivalent
- Professional joinery and cabinetmaking experience with demonstrable technical ability
- Previous Leading Hand or supervisory experience preferred
- Capacity to support and lead a small team with knowledge of workshop production
- Capacity to interpret technical plans and drawings
- Good organisation and communication
- Attention to detail and quality
- Reliability and safety awareness; Relevant experience must be supported by appropriate qualifications and employment history
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