Carpenter

Carpenter

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Company
STYRO Insulation Mat. Ind. LLC
Location
Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
23 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
We are looking to hire a skilled Carpenter with knowledge of various carpentry techniques. You will be responsible for layout, installation, repairing, finishing, and maintaining various structures, fixtures, and buildings. Other duties will include designing, cutting, and measuring materials according to a client's requirements.

A successful applicant should be hardworking, reliable, and have good communication and organizational skills. You must have completed an apprenticeship in carpentry or have equivalent experience in the field.

Responsibilities:
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Assisting supervisors with structural design, planning, layout, and installation.
• Conduct repair work and installation of doors, windows, drywall, cabinets, stairs, and other fixtures as required.
• Ability to assess the quality of woodwork and materials.
• Ability to operate tools, machines, and other equipment.
• Compliance with local building codes, and health and safety regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, climb, pull, and lift heavy objects.

Requirements:
• High School diploma.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or a minimum of four years' experience as a journey-level carpenter.
• Additional certification may be required.
• Good communication skills.
• Physically fit with good hand-eye coordination.
• Knowledge of mathematics.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Carpenter Jobs in United Arab Emirates

Q What is the minimum salary threshold for a carpenter work permit in UAE?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), the basic salary for a carpenter in the employment contract must be at least AED 4,000 per month if accommodation is provided by the employer, or AED 5,000 if not, as of 2026. This threshold is required for work permit approval under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Salaries below this may lead to permit rejection.
Q What visa and work permit requirements apply for foreign carpenters in UAE?
Foreign carpenters need a job offer from a MOHRE-registered UAE employer, who applies for a temporary work permit valid for 60 days within 10 days of contract approval, as of 2026. The worker must then undergo medical fitness test, Emirates ID biometrics, and visa stamping within 60 days. Full work residence permit is issued for up to 3 years.
Q What experience and education are required for carpenter jobs in UAE?
No formal education like high school diploma is mandatory for carpenters, but a minimum of 2 years verifiable experience in carpentry is required, with skills certificate attested by the worker's home country authority as of 2026. Employers verify via MOHRE-approved trade tests if needed. Unskilled laborers without experience are ineligible for skilled carpenter classification.
Q What documents are needed to apply for a carpenter job and work permit in UAE?
Required documents include passport valid for 6 months, 4 passport-sized photos, attested academic and experience certificates, employment contract approved by MOHRE, and medical fitness certificate from approved center, as of 2026. The employer submits via MOHRE online portal within 7 days of hiring. Processing takes 5-7 working days for permit issuance.
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