Looking for a hands-on role? ✋ Become our next Cabinet & Carpentry Technician and help create quality results every day and preserve history!

Bendigo Heritage Attractions (BHA) is seeking an experienced Cabinet & Carpentry Technician to restore heritage trams!

Founded on one of the world’s richest goldfields, Bendigo is a vibrant regional city with a strong arts, culture and food scene. A not-for-profit organisation, BHA is responsible for the management of Bendigo’s leading heritage tourist attractions: Central Deborah Gold Mine, Bendigo Tramways and the Bendigo Joss House Temple. In addition to tourist operations, BHA also runs a successful manufacturing arm at the Bendigo Tramways Workshop, undertaking restoration and tram repurposing projects for a range of clients.

As a Cabinet & Carpentry Technician you'll will restore woodwork on trams including where necessary making replacement parts. In addition to woodwork the role has a heavy focus on all aspects of tram restoration and maintenance.

The Cabinet & Carpentry Technician duties include:

• Undertake woodwork restoration and repairs to trams.
• Assist with all areas of the workshop including maintenance and restoration work.
• Contribute to proactive and reactive activities within the workshop, BHA sites and assets.
• Conduct cleaning and maintenance of workshop equipment.
• Work collaboratively with Coordinator – Workshop to contribute to training and mentoring team members
• Assist the delivery of internal & external works on commercial projects.
• Assist with the development of quotes and cost tracking reports.
• Actively participate in promoting a safe work environment.
• Participate in the on-call activities as required.
• Other tasks as required within skills and experience.

Our ideal candidate will have:

1. Cabinetmaker or carpenter trade desirable
2. A strong can-do attitude and a willingness to take on tasks outside of the primary scope woodwork restoration.
3. Ability to work autonomously on projects and tasks.
4. Ability to follow specific work instructions.
5. Forklift licence, White Card, Working safely at heights, and any other licences are an advantage.
6. High level organisation and time management skills, with proven attention to detail.
7. Able to work cooperatively in a team environment.
8. Basic computer skills – MS Word and Excel, SharePoint, email, and internet are an advantage.

Special requirements:

1. Current driver’s licence
2. Working with Children Check (Mandatory)
3. High Risk Work Licence – Elevated Work Platforms (or willingness to obtain)
4. Working at Heights certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Hours:

Monday to Thursday: 7.00am -3.30pm

Friday: 7.00am -1.30pm

Interested in applying?

To apply for this position, please upload your resume and cover letter with qualifications via SEEK.

Applications close at 5pm on Friday 21 March 2025. Interviews for shortlisted applicants may commence before the job ad closes, don’t delay!

For enquiries about this position please email: [email protected]