Get Handy – Power Up - Power Tools | Sydney
Description
Learn from Qualified Tradies. Build Your Confidence. Start Renovating.
Led by experienced, qualified tradies, this full-day, hands-on workshop is designed to teach you how to safely and confidently use the essential power tools needed for home renovation and building projects.
You’ll upskill your trade skills and work through real renovation-based tasks, gaining practical experience with cutting, fixing, shaping, and finishing timber — all under expert guidance.
All tools, materials, and safety gear provided.
No experience needed.
Just bring your energy — and get ready to build!
You’ll learn about
Safe and correct use of core power tools
Techniques for cutting, shaping, fixing, and finishing
Renovation skills you can apply at home
Confidence to take on your own projects
Tools You’ll Be Trained On (with Real-Life Scenarios):
Circular Saw + Speed Square
Learn how to make clean, straight cuts — ideal for trimming timber for feature walls, bench tops, floating shelves, or cutting down framing timber for outdoor projects.
Jigsaw
Master cutting curves and internal cut-outs — like removing a section of benchtop to install a sink or shaping timber for custom shelving or furniture.
Planer
Learn to fix swollen or misaligned doors by shaving down edges for a perfect fit — no more sticking doors or jammed frames.
Fixing Gun (Nail Gun)
Get confident with brad nailers to attach skirtings, install wall panelling, build timber trims, or finish small cabinetry work with a professional look.
Framing Gun
You won’t be building frames in this workshop — but you’ll get a go at using this powerful tool safely and confidently, so it’s no longer something to fear.
Router
Practice routing clean, rounded edges on doors, tables, and benches — or cut decorative grooves and joinery for furniture projects.
Multitool
Handle awkward cuts with ease — like cutting into plasterboard for a power point, trimming door jambs to fit new flooring, or removing damaged sections of timber.
Sander
Use power sanders to prep surfaces for painting or staining — perfect for refinishing a tabletop, smoothing out decking timber, or finishing your timber board.
Essential Bonus Tools:
Spade Bit
Learn how to drill large holes through timber — ideal for running cables, plumbing, bolt fixings, or installing hardware in doors and frames. A must-have skill for cabinetry, decking, and general renovation work.
Hole Saw
Get hands-on with hole saws for neat circular cuts — perfect for sink holes, downlights, or pipe access through benches and panels.
FAQs
- Where are the workshops and where do we meet?
10 Carrington Rd, Marrickville meet out front BUILDING A ( there is a sign out front)
- What time do the workshops start?
meet at front of Building A @ 8.45am
- What Time to the workshops finish?
We hope to have the workshop all wrapped up by 3pm
- What do I need to bring?
All Tools and Materials will be provided for all workshops unless of course you would like to bring yours.
- Where are the workshops run?
Training is run from our Base Workshop in Marrickville.
- Do you feed us?
We Offer Coffee/Tea and snacks but please bring your own lunch
- What do I wear?
Wear light and comfortable clothing. Although steel caps shoes not A PRIORITY. Wear good protective shoes. BE SMART
- Who is this workshop for?
This DIY workshop is for beginners wanting to get familiar with hand and power tools and get some hands on experience. This workshop teaches you some important life skills and We ENCOURAGE all genders to Join us. We do not discriminate Gender, Race or Sexuality. Everyone is welcome and it is our upmost priority that we provide a safe space for everyone.
- Transport & Parking
There is plenty of on street parking
Please feel free to email me on info@gethandyworkshops.com.au if you have any questions.
Can’t wait to get you all skilled and full of courage.. Looking forward to meeting you all.
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