Cabinet Maker
Cabinet making combines both traditional drawing and digital technology skills. For those with a creative flair and attention to detailed measurements, this could be the right career in Australia.
Cabinetmaker is on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) – this means there is a shortfall in supply of employees, and Cabinet Makers are in demand in Australia.
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Occupation Name: Cabinet Maker
ANZSCO: 394111
AQF Minimum Qualification: Certificate III in Cabinet Making
Two-year training package to be eligible for 485 Graduate Visa:
- Certificate III in Cabinet Making
Intake Dates
- Monthly intakes
Locations
- Melbourne, Brisbane
Cost
- From $10,000 per year
Job Opportunities
Careers and graduate outcomes
Cabinetmakers apply knowledge of cabinet construction, ergonomics, and materials to solve design problems. They communicate with clients, create concept sketches and detailed technical plans, and write and present design briefs. They typically have a background in joinery or design and have a keen eye for detail.
Building & Construction trade Industry trade pathway:
Step 1
Firstly, enrol in the Certificate III in Cabinet Making – this has a duration of two years.
Step 3
Whilst on the Graduate Visa, you must undertake the Job Ready Program through TRA (Trades Recognition Australia). This requires 12 months of paid work experience as a Cabinet Maker and can enable you to obtain a positive full skills assessment for migration purposes.
Step 2
After studying the two-year training package, provided you have undertaken 360 hours of work in an Australian workplace or vocational placement during your studies, you may be eligible to apply for the 485 Graduate Visa. This is a temporary work visa that allows you to live and work in Australia after graduation for up to 18 months.
Step 4
After you have completed the Job Ready Program you will receive a positive skills assessment as a Cabinet Maker. This means you may be eligible to apply for permanent work visas such as General Skilled Migration (Subclass 189 or 190), or 491. This will also make you eligible for employer sponsorship as you would have satisfied the two-year work experience criteria for a Temporary Short Skilled Subclass 482 Visa.
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