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Join Ventia in Supporting Australia’s Defence Community

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Ventia is a long-standing partner of the Department of Defence, providing integrated Defence infrastructure and asset management support services.

As part of our Defence Base Services contract, Ventia has proudly delivered essential services across military bases nationwide for a decade. We help create safe, efficient, and supportive environments where Defence personnel live, work, and train.

Safety Commitment

At Ventia, safety is more than a priority — it’s our way of working. It is our licence to operate and the foundation of our culture. We foster a community where safe work practices are not just spoken about — they are consistently demonstrated in everything we do.

We are committed to maintaining a high-performing, safety-focused environment and seek individuals who actively contribute to this culture. Every team member plays a vital role in upholding our safety standards and ensuring the wellbeing of themselves, their colleagues, and the communities we serve.

What’s on offer

- Potential opportunities for, full-time, part-time and casual employment
- Ventia have been awarded a 6-year Defence Base Services contract with opportunity for further extension
- Ventia is recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice by the Australian Government’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs
- Safety First- At Ventia, we believe that every job should be done right, and that everyone should go home safely at the end of each day.
- Uniform/PPE supplied.
- Access to a variety of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program.
- Access to Ventia’s: amazing discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including major retail brands

About the role

Ventia is seeking a qualified Carpenters tooperate across the Defence sites for planned, reactive, remedial and ad-hoc maintenance activities. Other duties can include, performing skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of building fabric. As well as, conducting minor projects and fit outs, renovation, maintenance of structures, features and furnishings as required.

About you

- Certificate III in Carpentry
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a carpenter, working with a focus on planned and reactive maintenance
- Hold a valid white card
- Demonstrated experience in time critical rectification and reporting
- Capability in maintaining scheduled work plans
- You take pride in delivering high-quality work safely and reliably. You follow established procedures, actively look out for your teammates, and understand that safety is a shared responsibility. You contribute to a culture where safety incidents, near misses, and hazards are reported promptly and constructively.
- Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to undertake and maintain a satisfactory Australian Federal Police

About Ventia

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply

If you are looking to expand your career, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.

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