About

Position: Carpenter
Type: Full-time
Employer: Merville Homes Pty Ltd
Location: Coburg North VIC 3058
Salary: $78,260 per annum
About the Business:
Merville Homes Pty Ltd is a trusted Victorian-based residential construction company, operating since 2009 from its base in Coburg North, Victoria. Specializing in custom home building, extensions, and renovations, the company is renowned for delivering high-quality, tailored living spaces that align with clients’ unique lifestyles and budgets. With a strong commitment to craftsmanship, transparency, and client satisfaction, Merville Homes fosters a collaborative and supportive workplace culture that values precision, innovation, and dedication. The company prides itself on its reputation for excellence and its ability to guide homeowners through every stage of the building process with professionalism and care.
About the Position:
As a Carpenter at Merville Homes Pty Ltd, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality residential construction projects, including custom homes, extensions, and renovations. This full-time role involves working on-site in Coburg North and surrounding areas, utilizing your expertise to construct and install timber structures and fittings with precision and efficiency. Your work will directly contribute to the company’s reputation for exceptional craftsmanship and client satisfaction, ensuring each project meets the highest standards of quality and functionality.
Key Responsibilities:
Read and interpret building plans to determine measurements, materials, and installation requirements.
Source, prepare, and set out timber and other materials for accurate construction layouts.
Cut, shape, and join timber components, securing them with nails, screws, or other fasteners.
Construct wall frames, roof trusses, sub-floors, and flooring, ensuring all structures are level and aligned.
Install fascia boards, roof sheeting, cladding, windows, and door frames with precision.
Assemble pre-made wooden components and fittings for on-site installation.
Create strong, accurate joints in timber to ensure structural integrity.
Build formwork for concrete projects as required.
Repair, replace, or maintain existing timber fittings and structures.
Work with a variety of materials, including timber, laminates, Perspex, and light metals.
Requirements:
Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply.
Certificate III in Carpentry (mandatory).
Minimum of 2 years of relevant carpentry experience.
Strong technical skills in reading building plans, precise measurements, and working with diverse materials.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including effective communication and teamwork, to collaborate with colleagues and clients.
Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality craftsmanship.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, including a valid email address, through this online portal. Please ensure all required qualifications and experience are clearly outlined in your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the recruitment process.