Overview
Wood Turners operate wood turning lathes to turn and shape wood stock.
Day-to-day
- sets up woodworking machines and wood stock for correct cutting, planning, turning, shaping and sanding
- operates machines to cut, plane, turn, shape and sand work pieces.
Considerations
- Physically demanding
To become a Wood Turner
You can work as a Wood Turner without formal qualifications. Some on the job training may be provided. Some workers have a certificate III or IV.