About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Introduction
Looking for a role where your craftsmanship truly stands out? We’re searching for experienced Senior Carpenters who thrive on building, shaping, and installing everything from striking exhibition booths to custom joinery that leaves a lasting impression. If you love seeing projects come to life under your hands — and you’re ready to put your skills to the test in dynamic environments — this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
About the Company
We’re not your typical fabrication outfit. Our team is a blend of creative problem-solvers and detail-driven doers, a place where every project brings something fresh to the table. From industry expos with international buzz to local pop-ups that surprise and delight, we pride ourselves on building spaces that make people stop and stare (often in the best way). Fridays tend to end with team banter and stories from the week’s work — we think great results are built by people who genuinely enjoy what they do and who they do it with.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Execute custom carpentry and joinery work for exhibitions, trade shows, brand activations, and pop-up events — both in the workshop and directly on-site
- Interpret technical drawings and specs accurately, ensuring each build matches design intent
- Lead and mentor junior carpenters or assistants when the situation calls for it
- Problem-solve and adapt when challenges arise during on-site assembly or installation
- Maintain high standards of precision in cutting, assembling, finishing, and installing a variety of wooden structures and decorative elements
- Coordinate closely with project managers, designers, and other trades to hit deadlines (and deliver the “wow” factor clients expect)
- Safeguard project quality and safety at every stage, including setup and breakdown, sometimes outside normal hours
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves
- Proven experience in exhibition, event, or commercial fit-out carpentry — you can take a project from raw material to final installation without missing a beat
- Advanced skills in a variety of joinery techniques and the use of carpentry power and hand tools
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, measurements, and specifications
- Reliable, proactive on-site presence, with a “let’s find a way” mentality
- Commitment to safe working practices, especially in busy or shared venues
Nice-to-Haves
- Previous experience leading small teams or training less experienced carpenters
- Familiarity with bespoke finishes, specialty materials, or rapid-build environments
- A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to various event locations
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Opportunities to work on high-profile events and innovative projects — no two weeks look quite the same
- Supportive, down-to-earth team with a genuine appreciation for skilled craftsmanship
- Overtime, off-hours, and on-site roles come with fair compensation and recognition
- Tools and equipment supplied, along with access to well-equipped workshop facilities
- Flexible scheduling when projects allow, plus paid time off
- Career progression — we’re growing, and we look for leaders from within
If you’re proud of your work and want to see it in the spotlight, you’ll fit right in. Here, your skills aren’t just valued — they’re celebrated.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through a recent project where you handled custom joinery or exhibition carpentry from initial drawings to on-site installation? What were some challenges and how did you overcome them?
- How do you ensure precision and quality when interpreting technical drawings and translating them into a fully realized build?
- Describe your experience working with both power and traditional hand tools. Are there specific techniques or tools you favor for exhibition or commercial fit-outs?
- Have you ever been responsible for leading or mentoring junior carpenters? How did you approach guiding others while still managing your own workload?
- What steps do you always take to ensure safe working practices, especially when assembling projects in busy, public, or shared spaces?
- Tell me about a time when you had to quickly adapt your plan due to unforeseen issues during on-site installation. What was your process for finding a solution?
- How do you balance meeting tight deadlines with maintaining exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail?
- In situations where multiple trades or teams are involved, how do you coordinate to keep projects running smoothly and on schedule?
- Are you comfortable troubleshooting and making adjustments on the fly when specifications or site conditions change unexpectedly?
- How would you describe your approach to collaborating with designers and project managers to achieve a shared vision, especially under time pressure?
- The team values storytelling and camaraderie—do you have a favorite moment from past projects that really captures your personality or work style?
- We often work on unique, unpredictable assignments. How do you stay motivated and keep your creative energy up when every project looks a little different?
- Our culture is supportive and celebrates craftsmanship. What does a positive team environment look like to you, and what do you add to it?