IKEA

Carpenter Co-Worker

Posted: 17 hours ago

Job Description

At IKEA, our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We believe that everything we do comes with the responsibility to create a positive impact on people, society and the planet. We are passionate about home furnishing, creating a positive life at home and sharing our tasty responsibly sourced food with the many people across the world. We are guided by our cultures & values, creating a great place to work. We stand for equality, diversity and inclusion. We care about people & planet and promote health & wellbeing.  We nurture your development and provide career opportunities to unlock your potential. Working at IKEA has its benefits and rewards: • Leave entitlements – 5 weeks Paid Annual, Paid Parental, Family & Community and much more• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for health and wellbeing support • 15% Co-worker discount• Low-cost nutritious meals including complimentary drinks in our Co-worker restaurant• Co-worker uniform provided• Free Co-worker parking• Free benefits membership (savings and discounts on everyday expenses, entertainment, retail and well-being offers across hundreds of retailers and service providers).• Co-worker Loyalty programme (extra contribution to your superannuation fund where eligible)Additional information: • This role is ​Permanent Full-time, 76hrs/fortnight​ • Applications close ​Wednesday 19th November 2025​ • You will work out of both IKEA Logan and IKEA North Lakes depending on workload • This role requires availability to work Monday – Sunday, between the hours of 6:00am and 4:00pm.• Experience in retail fit-outs, furniture assembly, or similar will be highly regarded, but a proactive attitude and willingness to learn are just as important. ABOUT THIS WORK AREA We are excited to offer an opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic individual to join our Communication and Interior Design team. In this role, you will: • Work closely with our com-in team to build, assemble, and maintain IKEA products and custom solutions. • Ensure all work meets IKEA’s high standards for safety, durability, and sustainability. • Use your technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve carpentry challenges, delivering a seamless experience for our customers. • Contribute to a collaborative, customer-focused environment where innovation and attention to detail are valued. You are a hands-on professional with a passion for craftsmanship and a keen eye for detail. You take pride in delivering high-quality work and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. To succeed in this role, you will bring: • Technical Skills: Proven experience in carpentry, or furniture assembly, with strong knowledge of tools, materials, and safety practices. • Problem-Solving Ability: Confidence in troubleshooting and adapting to on-site challenges to ensure smooth installations. • Attention to Detail: Precision and care in every task, ensuring durability and a flawless finish. • Team Player Mindset: Ability to work effectively with colleagues across departments, contributing to a positive and supportive workplace. • Customer Focus: Commitment to delivering an exceptional experience for IKEA customers through quality workmanship and professionalism. • Physical Capability: Comfortable with manual handling and working in a dynamic environment. We need people like you At IKEA, work is so much more than a job. Come join us! https://www.youtube.com/embed/8x_g3CQMWqI (Avature other job-ad fields - embedded videoA DAY IN YOUR LIFE WITH US * Contributing to positioning the IKEA store as the first choice for home furnishing in your local market. * Following work briefs agreed with colleagues to implement all store media, such as wall constructions, floor laying, painting, tiling and the building of complex furniture installations. * Planning and ordering materials and resources, ensuring accurate costs are sought and agreed in order to maximise efficiency and minimise costs. * Working with your colleagues to make sure the store is always in excellent shape.

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