Brian Fairless checks a piece of wood for faults
Joiners measure, cut, prepare and assemble timber and timber board products to make interior fittings such as kitchen cabinets, doors, window frames and stairs.
He whakamārama
Mahi ai ki te ine me te whakatika rakau hei taonga whare, tatau, anga matapihi me nga arapiki.
Entry Requirements
To become a joiner you need to complete an apprenticeship and gain a National Certificate in Joinery.
Pay
Pay for joiners varies depending on experience.
Job Outlook
Job opportunities for joiners have decreased since mid-2008, largely due to a slump in the number of new houses and apartments being built in New Zealand.
Skill shortage information
There is a long term skill shortage for this job.
Source: Department of Immigration, Skills Shortages
