Custom Exhibition Stand Set Builder - Melbourne

Are you an experienced fabricator or tradesperson who takes pride in building high-quality custom displays, exhibition stands, event structures, and bespoke cabinetry components?

We’re looking for a talented Lead Fabricator to join our team at Expo Centric. This role is perfect for someone with a background in exhibition set-building, shopfitting, cabinetry, joinery, carpentry, or custom fabrication who enjoys leading hands-on production work in a varied and fast-paced workshop environment.

At Expo Centric, we don’t just fill roles — we build teams that create extraordinary experiences. Every position here plays a key part in delivering projects that wow our clients and help us grow. You’ll be part of a company that lives by its core values: Courage, Curiosity, Selflessness, Judgement, and Communication.

🎥 Discover what we do at Expo Centric

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• 🔍 What You’ll Do

• Lead workshop fabrication and assembly of custom exhibition stands, displays, event structures, and bespoke cabinetry components.
• Interpret production drawings and translate them into high-quality finished products.
• Fabricate with materials such as MDF, laminate board, ply, and other production materials.
• Coordinate with the CNC Operator on work orders and production requirements.
• Supervise workshop staff, including CNC Operators and Assistants, by allocating daily tasks and monitoring output.
• Maintain quality standards through in-process checks and final inspections before handover.
• Manage stock levels, material handling, storage, and re-ordering requirements.
• Ensure safe operation of factory machinery and maintain machinery maintenance schedules.
• Operate a forklift and assist with loading, unloading, pick-ups, deliveries, and warehouse duties where required.
• Support on-site work as needed and contribute to better, more efficient production processes.
• Follow WHS requirements, company SWMS, PPE standards, and site safety procedures.

✅ What You Bring

• Proven experience in fabrication, custom exhibition builds, set-building, cabinetry, carpentry, shopfitting, joinery, or similar.
• Trade background is essential.
• Ability to understand and interpret construction drawings and the build process.
• Experience using a range of tools and factory machinery.
• Strong leadership, communication, organisation, and time management skills.
• Ability to work with Production Staff, Account Managers, suppliers, and materials companies.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Own tools.
• Forklift ticket is desirable but not essential.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

🌟 Why Join Expo Centric?

• Work with a growing team delivering custom exhibition, event, and display projects.
• Take ownership of hands-on fabrication work where quality and craftsmanship matter.
• Be part of a collaborative, values-driven workplace with strong production standards.
• Access mentoring from senior leaders and performance-based growth pathways.
• Contribute to a business where your skills help create standout client experiences.

• Ready to Apply?
• Submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with this role.
• We are committed to equal opportunity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
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