Junior Carpentry Apprenticeship (1st year)

AGA is seeking a driven, focused, and determined Junior Carpentry Apprentice to join a highly respected building team based in Leongatha. This role offers the perfect launchpad for someone who views a 4-year apprenticeship not just as a job, but as a massive investment in their own future.

About the Host Employer

You will be working with a premier local builder specializing in a diverse mix of domestic and light commercial projects. This is a fast-paced environment where you will gain broad exposure to the trade, working on both residential and commercial properties. You will have the unique opportunity to learn from the best, rotating between working independently, in small focused crews, and as part of larger teams on major sites.

What We Are Looking For

• We want someone who is hungry to learn, shows initiative on-site, and possesses a genuine desire to set and chase realistic career goals.
• Carpentry requires grit. We need someone determined to turn up every day with the right attitude, ready to put in the work.
• This is a fast, active, and safety-critical environment. We need an apprentice who understands the importance of keeping off their phone and staying locked into the task at hand.
• You must understand that a 4-year apprenticeship is a serious commitment and a mutual investment between you and the employer—it cannot be underestimated.

What you will be doing:

• Assist experienced carpenters in the construction and installation of various woodwork elements, such as framing, lock-up, fixing, cladding, metal framing.
• Learn how to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
• Gain practical experience in the safe use of power tools and hand tools
• Participate in regular training and development to enhance your carpentry knowledge and skills
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Complete other tasks as directed

Position Requirements:

• Cert II in Construction / Pre-Apprenticeship (Highly preferred)
• Construction Induction Card (White Card) (Required)
• Valid Driver’s License and a dependable car (Essential for getting to various site locations)
• You will be expected to purchase and maintain basic hand tools as you progress through your training.

What’s in it for You?

• Full support from AGA throughout your entire 4-year apprenticeship.
• Earn while you learn with stable, award-rate weekly wages.
• Incredible variety of work spanning domestic housing to light commercial builds.
• A clear career pathway to becoming a fully qualified, highly skilled carpenter.

To Apply

If you have the work ethic, the drive, and the commitment to stick out the 4-year journey, we want to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you are the right fit for this investment.

AGA are committed to supporting National Reconciliation efforts through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful relationships and creating meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.