Workplace RelationsJOINERY
What does it mean to be a joiner?
A joiner applicator may perform the following tasks:
- Prepare drawings from specifications or work out job requirements by looking at drawings and specifications
- Select and prepare timber and manufactured board
- Mark out, cut and shape pieces using saws, chisels, planes, power tools and woodworking machines
- Trim and glue joints and fit parts together to form sections of furniture
- Place sections in clamps, apply pressure and reinforce joints with nails, dowels and screws
- Assemble sections to form completed articles
- Fit hinges, locks, catches, drawers and shelves
- Install completed products
- Repair damaged furniture and cabinets
- Make jigs, templates or prototypes for the production of furniture
- Supervise apprentices and assist with on-the-job training.
If you are performing these tasks in your job, don't write off your skills - consider getting them recognised!
What personal qualities do you need to be a joiner?
- Enjoy practical and manual activities
- Able to follow written instructions
- Able to work to a high level of accuracy
- Able to make mathematical calculations
- Good communication skills
- Good hand-eye coordination
- Free from allergies to dust.
Qualification
Click here to view the self assessment questionnaire for Joinery.