Award and Careers at Paarhammer

Congratulations to Mat Thorne, Production Manager at Paarhammer, for being awarded ‘Manufacturing Worker of the Year’ at the Australian Manufacturing Awards 2025.

Mat started with work experience at Paarhammer while at high school and followed through by commencing his apprenticeship at 16. His dedication, leadership and technical skill saw him rise quickly through the ranks, becoming production manager just a few years later.

Over the past decade Mat has led production operations, trained apprentices, and played a key role in research and development, helping to expand Paarhammer’s range of energy-efficient and bushfire safe windows and doors. In 2024 Mat completed a 12-month course to become a registered TAFE Teacher and Workplace Trainer and Assessor, furthering his ability to mentor the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

His strong sense of community is equally evident through his volunteer work with the local CFA, where he continues to serve and lead.

Careers

The Paarhammer window and door manufacturing company is an Australian industry leader situated in regional Victoria and has always been committed to training, with more than 60 apprentices qualified as tradespeople since 1990. Start your career as part of this dynamic and expanding company as a qualified joiner or as apprentice.

Contact Paarhammer today to talk about your next project or to discuss careers.