Skilled Carpenter Wanted for Defence Sector Projects

2 weeks ago


Adelaide, South Australia McMahon Services Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our Building and Construction Services team to work on projects across the Defence Sector based in South Australia.

Key Responsibilities
  • Write and review Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and risk assessments
  • Perform a variety of maintenance and minor works
  • Read, interpret, and communicate plans effectively
  • Read blueprints, drawings, and sketches to fully understand the requirements
  • Conduct general building works, framing, second fix, and hanging doors
  • Lay flooring, repair roofing, or install plasterboard
  • Install fixtures and hardware such as door handles, locks, and door closers
  • Inspect sites and conduct repairs or maintenance
  • Ensure compliance with McMahon Services safety, quality, and business processes
About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Previous experience working as a Carpenter on commercial projects
  • Certificate III in Carpentry
  • General knowledge of all building and construction site works
  • An ability to take direction and work unsupervised as a team player
  • Construction White Card and current Driver's Licence
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • To be able to pass a Drug and Alcohol and Fit for Work assessment
  • Your own standard tools – specialty tools provided by the company
  • To obtain DCSI and Defence clearance
  • An ability to travel on occasions within South Australia to our regional construction sites. Additional LAFHA (living away from home allowance) would be provided
Desirable Qualifications
  • First and Second Fix carpentry experience with a focus on doors and door hardware
  • SCEC knowledge
  • EWP Licence
  • Working at heights
What We Offer

A full-time position with attractive remuneration, including access to weekly pay, Employee Assistance Program, annual Family Day event extended to your wider family, as well as the opportunity for additional training and career growth.

The successful candidate will be provided with a company vehicle (or equivalent vehicle allowance) and phone to complete day-to-day work.



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