Careers at Carbatec

At Carbatec, we're more than Australia's leading woodworking retailer. We're a community of makers, problem-solvers and passionate people who inspire others to create with confidence. For almost 40 years, we've helped woodworkers discover new skills, complete meaningful projects and enjoy one of the world's most rewarding crafts. Every conversation, every product and every piece of content we create helps someone take the next step in their woodworking journey. Whether you're serving customers in store, picking and packing orders, creating inspiring content, developing new products or supporting our ecommerce business, your work will make a real difference.

Our Mission

We exist to inspire and support woodworkers to create with confidence.

That mission guides everything we do, from the products we source to the advice we provide and the community we're building across Australia.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Make an Impact

Help thousands of Australians discover woodworking, learn new skills and complete projects they're proud of.

Join a Passionate Community

Work alongside people who genuinely love woodworking, making things and helping others succeed.

Work with the World's Leading Brands

Represent and learn from some of the most respected names in woodworking. From premium hand tools to industrial machinery, you'll build your expertise while helping customers choose the right solutions for every project.

Grow With Us

We're continually evolving our business, our people and the experience we deliver to customers. As we grow, so do the opportunities for our team.

Our Culture

Woodworking is serious business, but that doesn't mean work can't be fun. We're a team that enjoys a laugh, celebrates wins and genuinely likes working together. We don't take ourselves too seriously, but we're passionate about craftsmanship, helping customers and creating exceptional experiences. We support one another, share knowledge freely and believe the best ideas often come from rolling up our sleeves and working together. Above all, we're united by a passion for helping people create.

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about woodworking, creativity, customer service or simply helping people achieve something meaningful, we'd love to hear from you. Explore our current opportunities below and discover how you can help inspire Australia's woodworking community.

For enquiries about careers at Carbatec, please contact support@carbatec.com.au.

Available Positions

Retail Assistant Store Manager - Brisbane Store

Full Time Assistant Store Manager

We're looking for a person who is passionate about woodworking, DIY projects, timber, tools, and creating things with your hands - Someone who is eager to make our customers day and motivated to drive store sales and efficiencies within our team environment.

Whether you're an experienced retail leader or someone with a woodworking background who is eager to build a career in retail management, we'd love to hear from you. While retail management experience is highly regarded, it isn't essential for the right person. If you're motivated, willing to learn, and ready to grow, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Retail Assistant Store Manager, you'll work closely with the Store Manager to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the store, deliver outstanding customer experiences, and help drive sales growth.You'll be a hands-on leader who enjoys engaging with customers, mentoring team members, and sharing knowledge and enthusiasm for woodworking products and projects.  

Key Responsibilities

  • Actively create and build positive relationships with our internal and external customers through genuine and authentic customer support
  • Actively identify store development opportunities and solutions to potential operational problems or inefficiencies
  • Contribute to achieving or exceeding sales & profitability targets and, business goals
  • Assist with flow of customer communications through in-store, email and phone interactions
  • Assist with team member training and development
  • Assist with merchandising style and standards and stock integrity functions and initiatives
  • Be a supportive escalation point for the positive resolution of customer issues and concerns
  • Assisting in managing the day-to-day retail operations and store supervision spanning opening through to closing

If you're excited by the idea of working with people who genuinely love what they do and would like to be a part of the wonderful woodworking community, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your resume and cover letter to:brisbane@carbatec.com.au