Custom Home Carpenter

If you geek out about new building techniques, tools or materials…

If you want to work on a job site that values respect, integrity and quality craftsmanship…

If you’re passionate about learning and implementing better ways to build that make a positive impact on people and the planet…

…then we’d like to introduce ourselves.

Hi, we’re Amity Builders!

At Amity Builders, we are committed to elevating Australian industry standards by building high-performance and Passivhaus homes. Our focus is on building comfortable, healthy, durable and energy-efficient homes.

We pride ourselves on our conscious and considered approach to construction, ensuring our projects meet the highest standards of quality and durability. Our team is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and delivering exceptional results for our amazing clients.

About the role

We’re after a skilled and motivated Carpenter that’s 3+ years post-trade, with custom home experience. As Carpenter, you will be responsible for being on the tools, collaborating on highly detailed projects, and maintaining a positive, tidy and well-run job site alongside the team. You’ll be doing carpentry work specific to Passivhaus standards, so your eagerness and ability to learn are a must.

Here’s what you’ll get up to:

• Day-to-day onsite quality carpentry work - from earthworks, formwork, subfloors, frames, steel, claddings, lock up, fix out, roofing  - we do it all

• Collaborate closely with Todd and the rest of the team to deliver projects to a high standard, on time and within budget

• Interpret plans and specifications to ensure accurate project execution

• Mentor and guide less experienced team members - we have a culture of knowledge sharing and expect you to teach our apprentices how to be great carpenters

• Minor estimation of materials, labour, and project timelines

• Working with Todd, take initiative in planning and managing tasks and materials 2-3 days ahead of time

• Maintain a safe, organised and tidy work environment, adhering to all carpentry principles, building codes, and safety regulations

• Demonstrate good communication, respect, and kindness to everyone (from apprentices to subcontractors and everyone in between) as a representative for Amity Builders both on site and during team off sites (lunches, holiday parties, networking events, etc.)

About you

• You take pride in your work: You see carpentry as an art form and treat your craft and the job site with pride and respect

• You’re a natural problem solver: You see challenges as opportunities and enjoy coming up with efficient solutions

• You’re practical, without compromising quality: You consider both functionality and form, valuing high quality and durability

• You’re a strong communicator: You know good communication is key to maintaining healthy workplace relationships, aren’t afraid to ask questions, and you own your mistakes

• You’re a team player: You’re united through a common goal and share in both successes and flops with the team

• You’re a lifelong learner: You have a thirst for knowledge but are humble in knowing you don’t know everything, and neither do we

• You care about impact: You consider the short and long term effects of your actions and strive to leave a positive mark on people, the building industry and the environment

Non-negotiable

• 3+ years post-trade experience as a qualified carpenter, working on custom home projects and across all facets of carpentry

• Be open to learning new ways of working to refine your craft

• Completed Cert III in Carpentry and hold a NSW White card

• Have a current Australian Drivers Licence and own a ute/van/trade vehicle with roof racks

• Have a full set of tools

• You must love being a carpenter and being on the tools

• Have a good idea of other trades and how they work

• Have an interest in building high quality, energy-efficient, healthy and durable homes with a keen eye for detail

More of the good stuff:

• Remuneration negotiated based on skills, experience and qualifications starting at $40 an hour + superannuation

• Learning & development opportunities throughout the year including online seminars and in-person workshops

• Fill up the tank with our company fuel card—to be used only for work-related driving expenses

• 1 RDO (rostered day off) per month

• Celebrate project handovers, team and company birthdays, end of the year and more

• We’re building a diverse & inclusive workplace and are always looking for new ways to become an even better employer through our practices and perks; ideas are welcome!

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Amity Builders has a zero tolerance policy towards aggression, discrimination and sexual misconduct.

So, what do you say?

Even if you don’t match 100% of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you! Bringing on keen team members who align with our company values and mission goes a long way (please browse our website to learn about what we stand for if you haven’t already).

Fill out the form on this page to apply and we’ll take it from there. If you have questions about the role, email us at hi@amitybuilders.com.au!

We’re keen to hire quickly so if you or anyone you know is interested, get in touch!