Careers & pathways
How to become a cabinet maker in Australia
Cabinet makers build cabinets and fitted furniture from timber and manufactured board.
The work
What the job involves
- Interpret drawings and prepare cutting lists
- Machine, assemble and finish components
- Fit hardware, hinges and drawer systems
- Install completed cabinetry on site
Where the work happens
A workshop with static and portable machinery, plus installation work in homes and businesses.
Typical qualification pathway
The qualification usually used to enter this work
The usual entry qualification is Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (MSF30322), a nationally recognised qualification on the national register. The registered training organisations approved to deliver and issue it are listed on training.gov.au.
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