Company
Engineering Unit General Contracting LLC
Location
Abu Dhabi
Job type
Full-time
Salary
AED 1.8K–AED 2.2K a month
Via
Indeed
Job description
Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled Furniture Carpenter with at least 1 year of hands-on experience in furniture manufacturing and installation. The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable in woodwork techniques, able to read drawings, and capable of producing high-quality furniture items.
Key Responsibilities
• Manufacture and assemble furniture items (cabinets, wardrobes, doors, tables, etc.)
• Read and interpret technical drawings and measurements
• Operate woodworking tools and machinery safely
• Perform cutting, shaping, assembling, and finishing tasks
• Install furniture at project sites when required
• Ensure quality standards and timely completion of work
• Maintain tools and keep work area clean and organized
Requirements
• Minimum 1+ year experience in furniture carpentry
• Good knowledge of woodworking tools and machinery
• Ability to measure accurately and follow designs
• Understanding of finishing techniques
• Physically fit and detail-oriented
• Proficient in English
Benefit: Accommodation and Transportation provided the rest as per UAE Labor Law
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED1,800.00 - AED2,200.00 per month
Application Question(s):
• Are you in visit visa?
Experience:
• Furniture Carpenter: 1 year (Required)
Language:
• English (Required)
We are looking for a skilled Furniture Carpenter with at least 1 year of hands-on experience in furniture manufacturing and installation. The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable in woodwork techniques, able to read drawings, and capable of producing high-quality furniture items.
Key Responsibilities
• Manufacture and assemble furniture items (cabinets, wardrobes, doors, tables, etc.)
• Read and interpret technical drawings and measurements
• Operate woodworking tools and machinery safely
• Perform cutting, shaping, assembling, and finishing tasks
• Install furniture at project sites when required
• Ensure quality standards and timely completion of work
• Maintain tools and keep work area clean and organized
Requirements
• Minimum 1+ year experience in furniture carpentry
• Good knowledge of woodworking tools and machinery
• Ability to measure accurately and follow designs
• Understanding of finishing techniques
• Physically fit and detail-oriented
• Proficient in English
Benefit: Accommodation and Transportation provided the rest as per UAE Labor Law
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED1,800.00 - AED2,200.00 per month
Application Question(s):
• Are you in visit visa?
Experience:
• Furniture Carpenter: 1 year (Required)
Language:
• English (Required)
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Quick answers about Carpenter Jobs in United Arab Emirates
Q
What is the minimum salary for carpenter jobs in UAE in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), the minimum basic salary for carpenters (profession code 711212) to obtain a work residence permit is AED 3,000 per month as of January 2026. Contracts must include accommodation allowance of at least AED 500 or provided housing. Overtime pay is 125% of basic hourly rate for first 2 hours, 150% thereafter.
Source: Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE)
Q
What work visa requirements apply to foreign carpenters in UAE?
Foreign carpenters require an employer-sponsored employment visa valid for 2 years, renewable up to 10 years for skilled workers. Key steps include employer obtaining work permit (AED 250 fee), applicant undergoing medical fitness test (AED 350) and security clearance. Processing completes in 5 working days via MOHRE smart services.
Source: Official UAE Government Portal (u.ae)
Q
What eligibility criteria must carpenters meet for UAE jobs?
MOHRE requires carpenters to be aged 21-60 years with at least 2 years verifiable experience in carpentry for work permit approval. No formal education certificate is mandatory, but trade test attestation from home country labor ministry is needed for non-Emiratis. UAE nationals under 18 can apply with guardian consent.
Source: Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE)
Q
What documents are needed to apply for a carpenter work permit in UAE?
Required documents include passport copy valid 6+ months, 4 passport photos, attested experience certificate, job offer letter, and medical fitness report from government-approved center (cost AED 350). Employer submits via MOHRE portal with entry permit fee AED 200. Emirates ID application follows visa stamping (AED 100 first year).
Source: Official UAE Government Portal (u.ae)