Wood occupations

Timber has been used for thousands of years, and it's still an important construction material. It is used throughout the industry, and working with it can be extremely varied and rewarding. Overall, woodworkers will need to enjoy using their hands, as well as a variety of both hand and power tools. Good hand-eye co-ordination is essential, as are accurate measuring skills. Organisation and team working skills are also important. And with jobs being carried out both inside and out, there's the added advantage of variety to the work. Use the dropdown menu to learn more about each occupation.