Carpenters and joiners

This highly skilled trade role cuts, shapes, and installs wood to construct and repair buildings, furniture, and other wooden structures. They are crucial for creating foundational elements, intricate finishes, and functional wooden components in construction and manufacturing.

Key responsibilities for Carpenters involve framing buildings, installing floors, roofs, and walls, and fitting structures on-site. For Joiners, responsibilities include crafting doors, windows, staircases, and cabinets in a workshop, often to precise measurements. A core function for both is interpreting blueprints and drawings, selecting appropriate timber, and using a range of hand and power tools safely to achieve high-quality finishes.

They also collaborate closely with builders, architects, interior designers, and other tradespeople to integrate wooden elements into projects. Ultimately, they are accountable for the structural integrity, precision, and aesthetic quality of their woodworking, directly contributing to the craftsmanship and functionality of built environments.