Architectural Aluminium Joinery

Architectural aluminium joinery involves the machining and fabrication of aluminium products into joinery items.

Aluminium doors and windows are widely used in New Zealand residential and commercial buildings. The industry needs qualified professionals to manufacture and install aluminium joinery to meet building code requirements. Careers in aluminium joinery range from machining, fabrication and assembly of joinery items through to the estimation, quotation and installation of the finished product.

Assembly

Assembly involves using technology and specialist factory machinery to measure, cut and assemble both standard and more complex non-standard aluminium joinery products. Professionals need to interpret plans and specifications correctly.

Joinery installation

Professional aluminium joinery installers require an understanding of adhesives, sealants and proper installation techniques. They ensure joinery is installed and fitted to a high standard – and is watertight.

Aluminium joinery estimation and quotation

Aluminium joinery estimators prepare quotes from plans using aluminium joinery software packages.  They work closely with designers, architects, builders and installers.

Architectural aluminium joinery isn't just a job – it's a professional career. By doing an apprenticeship and getting qualified, you're setting yourself up for ongoing employment as a well-paid tradesperson. You’ll also open up opportunities to do further study in supervision or site management, go to university, or start a business and train your own apprentices.