CAREERS

Welcome to careers at Cairns Hardware!

We are thrilled that you are taking the time to explore the various career opportunities available with one of Australia’s leading suppliers of building materials.

With a rich history spanning more than 145 years, Cairns Hardware has established itself as a trusted and reliable partner in the building and construction industry.

Two Cairns Hardware employees talking and smiling in-store

Hear from our team members

We know that our team members are the key to our business’ success. As a family-owned and operated company, we value the contributions and dedication of each team member, and we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive.

We understand that a career is not just a job; it is a journey of growth and fulfilment. That’s why we offer a wide range of career paths and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential. Whether you are an experienced professional looking to take the next step in your career or a recent school graduate eager to kick-start your journey, Cairns Hardware has something to offer for everyone.

One of the key aspects that sets us apart is our culture. We believe in the power of working together, sharing ideas and supporting one another to achieve common goals. When you join our work family, you become part of a passionate and dedicated team that is committed to delivering exceptional service and solutions to our customers.

See what our team members say about working with us

Can you share with us what the culture is like within the Family Group of Companies?

Fleur Wilson

Cairns Hardware is a friendly, family-oriented and caring place to work. That comes from being part of the Dahlsens family-owned business, and it’s something you see in every member of our team.

Fleur Wilson
Accounts Receivable Officer, Support Office

Scott Askin

We’ve got a great team morale, excellent culture within the busines building community with all our customers and trade.

Scott Askin
Supervisor, Cairns Roofing Centre

What do you enjoy most about working for the company?

Peg Toutziarakis

The laughs that we have here, it’s an environment where I can assure you’ll be laughing everyday. There’s never a dull moment and if you need support your coworkers and team mates are around you to offer that and be there for you. It’s quite family orientated in terms of being supportive you feel it as soon as you step in the door.

Peg Toutziarakis
Safety Coordinator, Support Office

Greg Longmur

I love the people I work with, my manager, senior leadership, my team and our customers. We’ve built a great customer base that keeps coming back and over time those relationships have turned into genuine friendships.

Gregg Longmur
Branch Manager, Edmonton Store

Current opportunities

As a leading supplier of building materials, we operate across a wide range of areas within the industry.

From timber and trusses roofing, windows to hardware and tools, our products are essential in the construction and development of residential, commercial and industrial projects.

This diverse range of offerings means that we have a variety of career opportunities available, including sales, operations, warehousing, logistics, merchandising,manufacturing, marketing, finance and more.

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Two Cairns Hardware employees discussing products

The perks

Your growth and development

One of our values is grow together, we believe in investing in our team members’ growth and development. We offer a range of training programs and initiatives to help you enhance your skills and knowledge. From on-the-job training to external courses and funding, we’re committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to grow.

We also understand the importance of work-life balance. We recognise that our team members have personal commitments and interests outside of work, and we strive to create a flexible and supportive environment that allows you to achieve a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.

But you don’t need to take our word for it – hear from our team members and see our company culture for yourself.

We encourage you to take your time, explore the various roles, and consider how your skills and aspirations align with our mission, vision and values.

A Cairns Hardware employee smiling to camera beside a company-branded ute.

We’re excited to embark on this journey with you and help you build a successful and fulfilling career at Cairns Hardware. Join our team and become part of a business that values its team members, fosters growth and development, and is committed to making a positive impact in the building and construction industry, and wider community.

We look forward to welcoming you to Our family!