Cabinetmaker & Team Leader

Asplin Whiteley; Whitby; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplin Whiteley in Whitby is seeking a talented Cabinetmaker and Team Leader to oversee the creation of bespoke furniture pieces from concept to completion, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern machinery. You will lead and support a workshop team, ensure deadlines and quality, and maintain a professional, positive environment on site as part of our exclusive residential projects in the UK.

Join a culture focused on training, development, and internal progression, working closely with

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong knowledge of furniture-making materials and processes.
• Competence in the safe and skilled use of hand tools and woodworking machinery.
• Ability to work from technical drawings with precision.
• A professional and positive attitude at all times.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and participate in the creation of bespoke furniture pieces.
• Lead and support team members to achieve deadlines and high quality.
• Uphold a professional and positive workshop environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Furniture making

Hand tools

Machinery operation

Technical drawing

Professional attitude

Tools

Table saw

Planer

Lathe

Job description

At Asplin Whiteley our values underpin who we are. They form an important benchmark for everyone – collectively and individually. We are:

• Empathetic - People-driven and focused
• Tenacious - Relentless pursuit of the highest standards
• Integrity - Integrity earns trust. Trust builds relationships
• Entrepreneurial - Self-starters that push beyond the obvious

We boast a culture that is focused on training and development, career paths and internal progression. What’s more, we’re committed to our employees and offer a range of benefits to support your lifestyle both in and out of the workplace.

We are expanding our team and seeking a talented and enthusiastic Cabinetmaker to join the team at our workshop in Whitby.

This is a unique opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exclusive residential projects, collaborating with renowned architects and interior designers in a supportive and creative environment.

What you’ll do

As our Cabinetmaker and Team Leader, you will oversee and participate in the creation of bespoke furniture pieces.

Leading by example, you’ll guide projects through to completion, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern machinery to deliver furniture commissions that exceed client expectations and meet our exacting standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Work to deadlines while maintaining the highest quality
• Lead and support team members to achieve shared goals
• Uphold a professional and positive workshop environment

About you

To be considered for the role of Cabinetmaker and Team Leader, you will need to demonstrate:

• Excellent attention to detail and pride in your craftsmanship
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong knowledge of furniture-making materials and processes
• Competence in the safe and skilled use of hand tools and woodworking machinery
• The ability to work from technical drawings with precision
• A professional and positive attitude at all times

Please note that Asplin Whiteley do not use recruitment agencies.