Carpenter

Hussey Corp is a locally owned and operated business with a strong presence in Weipa and Cairns, Queensland. We deliver a diverse range of services across Heavy Industrial Electrical, Civil Construction, Construction Project Management, Civil Concrete Construction, and Plant & Equipment Hire.

We proudly service Weipa, Groote Eylandt, and Cairns, with recent expansion into the Cloncurry region, supporting a variety of mining, government, and local infrastructure projects.

Our Vision
Our vision is to be North Queensland’s most trusted partner for civil and electrical contracting, HVAC, labour, and equipment hire. We are committed to achieving this through strong safety leadership, operational excellence, and meaningful community engagement.

The Opportunity
To support our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic Carpenter to join our team. This role involves construction, refurbishment and maintenance works across camp accommodation and site facilities. Work will focus on upgrades, fit-outs and structural improvements, with expectations to work to plans & drawings, and deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes.

This is a casual role on a 2/2 roster, offering FIFO arrangements from Cairns & Brisbane to our Project sit at Amrun, operated by Rio Tinto. Local residents to Weipa will be highly regarded.
**Please note, Amrun runs as a dry camp

About the Role

The Carpenter is responsible for the construction, installation, repair, and maintenance of structures and fixtures made from timber and other materials. The role requires interpreting plans, working to building codes, and ensuring high standards of workmanship, safety, and productivity on site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review drawings and blueprints to determine which materials and installation approach to use

• Use power tools to cut and prepare timber and assemble wood to form structures as required

• Create building frameworks, floors and roofs, or smaller items like furniture or skirting boards

• Fit doors and window frames

• Assemble and install prefabricated structures

• Install fixtures and hardware such as door handles, locks, insulation material or underlay

• Ensure all safety permits & documentation has been signed and correct signage has been erected prior to work commencing

 Why Join us

• Be part of a progressive, privately owned business with strong growth ambitions

• Work closely with senior leadership and contribute directly to strategic decision-making

• Thrive in a dynamic, varied, and fast-moving work environment

• Make a real impact by shaping systems, improving processes, and driving commercial performance

• Join a supportive team culture with genuine long-term career development opportunities

• Attractive remuneration package tailored to your experience and expertise

Application requirements

Please submit the following:

• Your resume, and

• A suitability statement (maximum two pages)

Pre‑employment Checks

Pre‑employment checks will be conducted on all prospective employees.
If you are successful, you may be required to provide a National Police Check.

For a full copy of the Position Description, please reach out to the HR Team, who will be happy to provide one. Email: *********@husseycorp.com.au