Group
Occupation

372134 Carpenter (General)

Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
Next release Unknown
First release

372134 Carpenter (General)

Constructs, erects, installs, renovates and repairs structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, lightweight steel, wallboard and other materials.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Formwork Carpenters are excluded from this occupation. Formwork Carpenters are included in Occupation 372135 Formwork Carpenter.

Specialisations

  • Fixing Carpenter
  • Prop and Scenery Maker
  • Roof Carpenter

Skill level: 3

Main tasks

  • Interprets plans, specifications and drawings to determine carpentry materials required, dimensions and installation procedures
  • Sets out, constructs and erects wall and ceiling frames, constructs eaves, and erects roof trusses
  • Constructs and installs structures such as walls, flooring systems, external stairs, panelling and partitions using mechanical fasteners such as nails, screws and brackets
  • Fits and installs windows and doors into wall frames, and installs associated furnishings such as hinges, handles and locks
  • Repairs and renovates wooden structures, including by removing and replacing damaged or deteriorated timber
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