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394113 · ANZSCO 2022

Furniture Maker

Classification
Occupation
Skill level
3
Assessing authority
Not specified in supplied data

Classification

Description

Fabricates and repairs freestanding furniture from timber, veneers, laminates and cane.

Unit group

3941 · Cabinet and Furniture Makers

Description

Cabinet and Furniture Makers fabricate and install cabinetry, and fabricate, assemble and repair wooden and cane furniture, and fit and assemble prepared wooden parts to make furniture.

Skill level

Australia

AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

New Zealand

NZQF 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.

Occupation skill level 3

Tasks

Tasks include

  • examining drawings, work orders and sample parts to determine specifications
  • selecting and working with materials such as timber, veneers, particle board, synthetic wood and other engineered wood products
  • programming and controlling computer-aided design and computer numerical control machines to mark out, cut and shape components
  • working from drawings and specifications to make cabinets and furniture
  • installing cabinetry in bathrooms and kitchens and commercial fitouts
  • making fittings for boats, caravans and other items where fine detail is required
  • assembling parts to form sections of cabinets and furniture and completed articles
  • applying protective coatings to cabinets and furniture
  • fitting hinges, locks, catches, drawers, shelves and other associated hardware
  • making frames for chairs and couches
  • may make reproduction furniture
  • may repair and refurbish furniture including antiques

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