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Carpenters and Joiners

Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation

Carpenters and Joiners construct, erect, install, renovate and repair structures and fixtures made of wood, plywood, lightweight steel, wallboard and other materials, and cut, shape and fit timber parts to form structures and fittings.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
8%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
12%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong

The skills that Carpenters and Joiners need

Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
  • Teamwork
  • Planning and organising
  • Initiative and innovation
  • Numeracy
  • Writing
  • Reading
  • Learning
  • Problem solving
  • Oral communication

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Where are people currently employed?

Region

South Australia - South East

Employed

951

1 Year Change

9%

5 Year Change

44%

Region

South Australia - Outback

Employed

457

1 Year Change

1%

5 Year Change

26%

Region

Barossa - Yorke - Mid North

Employed

471

1 Year Change

3%

5 Year Change

-11%

Region

Adelaide - West

Employed

1077

1 Year Change

-2%

5 Year Change

46%

Region

Adelaide - South

Employed

1919

1 Year Change

12%

5 Year Change

18%

Region

Adelaide - North

Employed

1414

1 Year Change

15%

5 Year Change

-7%

Region

Adelaide - Central and Hills

Employed

990

1 Year Change

6%

5 Year Change

-4%

Skills SA & National Skills Commission data