
Timber and wood products manufacturing traineeship
National Timber & Hardware Association
Posted 10 days ago
NTHA are seeking a timber manufacturer trainee to come on board our host employers' team!
Located in Glendale, NSW
NTHA is a nationally registered Group Training Organisation that employs and supports apprentices by placing them with host employers for quality, paid hands-on training and experience.
ABOUT THE HOST EMPLOYER
They are a well-established joinery company specialising in a unique branch of woodworking. They focus on crafting and assembling high-quality wooden components for buildings and furniture. As a small, skilled team, they pride themselves on attention to detail, craftsmanship, and a supportive work environment.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you interested in the process of timber manufacturing? Would you like to learn the ropes of fabricating and using tools and machinery?
A Timber and Wood Product Operations role involves a wide range of tasks including processing, manufacturing, and managing timber and wood products. This can involve operating machinery, assembling components, quality control, stock management, and even sales or marketing support. Work environments may include small workshops or large manufacturing facilities. Throughout this traineeship, you will work towards a Certificate III in Timber and Wood Products Operations (FWP30322) — a nationally recognised qualification that lays the groundwork for a successful career in the industry.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Setting up and running timber processing machines
• Selecting timber and tailoring it for specific jobs
• Feeding materials into machinery and monitoring output
• Cutting timber to profile using various tools
• Measuring, grading, and stacking timber accurately
• Providing friendly and helpful customer service
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised workspace
• Supporting general production and housekeeping tasks
WHY JOIN US?
• Full-time paid traineeship with structured training
• Learn from highly skilled tradespeople with years of industry experience
• Supportive and friendly team environment with on-going mentoring from the NTHA Field Officer
• Opportunities for growth and development within the business
• All PPE provided
• Long-term job prospects upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Hours: 6:45 AM – 3:30 PM Monday - Friday.
Traineeship can be completed in 18 months
APPLY NOW! If you're ready to begin your career in the timber industry and think you'd be a great fit for our team, we’d love to hear from you!
Click the SEEK ‘QUICK APPLY’ button now to start your application.
Learn more about this opportunity and the National Timber & Hardware Association (NTHA) by visiting www.ntha.com.au
About National Timber & Hardware Association
The National Timber & Hardware Association (NTHA) is proud to represent over 700 members across Australia from the timber, hardware, and building materials industries. The Association was created after the successful merger of the Timber and Building Materials Association (TABMA) and Hardware Australia in March 2023.
Although NTHA is a newly merged organisation, its roots are founded in 80 years of experience supporting members. The Association is focused on:
-Developing careers and pathways
-Building the workforce
-Keeping people safe
-Serving and strengthening the industry
-Advocating for change
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