Bench Joiner

Optima Site Solutions Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima Site Solutions Ltd. is seeking an experienced Bench Joiner to join their Lewisham workshop. You will manufacture timber windows, doors and frames while following drawings and specs, using woodworking machinery and hand tools safely.

The role requires independence, attention to detail and reliability, with the ability to contribute to team workloads and meet deadlines in a busy workshop.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bench Joiner or Workshop Joiner.
• Skilled in manufacturing timber windows, doors and frames.
• Competent in using woodworking machinery and equipment.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good attention to detail and quality of workmanship.
• Reliable, organised and a positive team player.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble timber windows, doors, frames and bespoke joinery products.
• Undertake glazing preparation, fitting of ironmongery.
• Work accurately from drawings, measurements and specifications.
• Operate woodworking machinery, hand tools and power tools safely.
• Complete allocated work efficiently and to a high standard.
• Work collaboratively with joinery Manager to manage workshop workloads and deadlines.
• Identify material requirements and minimise waste.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop.

Skills

Bench joinery

Timber windows/doors

Woodworking machinery

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Reliable and organized

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Bench Joinery

Job description

Optima Site Solutions are looking for an experienced and reliable Bench Joiner in Lewisham.

We require a skilled individual who can work independently, take ownership of allocated tasks and contribute positively to the productivity and efficiency of the workshop.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble timber windows, doors, frames and bespoke joinery products.
• Undertake glazing preparation, fitting of ironmongery.
• Work accurately from drawings, measurements and specifications.
• Operate woodworking machinery, hand tools and power tools safely.
• Complete allocated work efficiently and to a high standard.
• Work collaboratively with joinery Manager to manage workshop workloads and deadlines.
• Identify material requirements and minimise waste.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Proven experience as a Bench Joiner or Workshop Joiner.
• Skilled in manufacturing timber windows, doors and frames.
• Competent in using woodworking machinery and equipment.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good attention to detail and quality of workmanship.
• Reliable, organised and a positive team player.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Bench Joinery or equivalent experience.
• Experience with traditional timber sash windows and bespoke joinery.
• Previous experience in repairs, maintenance or refurbishment.

About Optima Site Solutions

For over 20 years, Optima Site Solutions has supplied skilled tradespeople and operatives to construction projects across the UK

We place thousands of contractors on a wide range of projects, from infrastructure and commercial developments to high-end residential projects, restaurants and pubs.

We pride ourselves on putting our candidates first, which is why so many contractors continue to work with us year after year.