Cabinetmaker

ANZSCO 394111

Description

Fabricates or repairs wooden furniture, and fits and assembles prepared wooden parts to make furniture.

 

Skill Level

3

Specialisations

• Antique Furniture Reproducer
• Antique Furniture Restorer
• Chair and Couch Maker
• Coffin Maker

 

Occupation Lists

This occupation is on the following skills lists:

• Skilled Occupations List
• Consolidated Sponsored Occupations List
• Labour Market Testing Required for 457 List
• RSMS Occupations List

 

Group: 3941 Cabinetmakers

Description

fabricate and repair wooden furniture, and fit and assemble prepared wooden parts to make furniture.

 

Tasks

• examining drawings, work orders and sample parts to determine specifications
• selecting and working with materials such as timber, veneers, particle board and synthetic wood
• marking out, cutting and shaping wood
• working from drawings and specifications to make furniture
• making fittings for boats, caravans and other items where fine detail is required
• assembling parts to form sections of furniture and completed articles
• fitting hinges, locks, catches, drawers and shelves
• making frames for chairs and couches
• may repair and refurbish furniture and antiques

 

Skill Level

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:
NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

 

Sources: www.abs.gov.au and DIBP