Carpenter

Martin Leadbeater Carpentry & Joinery; Horsham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Leadbeater Carpentry & Joinery, based in Horsham, undertakes a wide range of residential and commercial projects from our in-house workshop, delivering high-quality carpentry and bespoke joinery.

This full-time, on-site Carpenter role involves interpreting drawings, measuring and cutting materials, framing, and installing doors, windows and cabinetry on site. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork and reliable, punctual work, with salary depending on experience.

Qualifications

• CSCS Card
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications, with good measuring and layout skills.
• Relevant trade qualification or apprenticeship in carpentry or joinery, or equivalent proven experience.
• Understanding of site safety practices, manual handling, and safe working procedures.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work both independently and as part of a team on active construction sites.
• UK driving license and ability to travel to local sites in and around Horsham.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings, measure and cut materials to specification.
• Assemble structures and install doors, windows, cabinetry, and bespoke joinery items.
• Produce joinery items in the workshop when needed.
• Maintain a tidy, safe work environment on site.
• Collaborate with site teams to deliver projects on time and to specification.

Job description

Company Description Martin Leadbeater Carpentry & Joinery is a Horsham-based construction company serving West Sussex and surrounding areas since 1995. The team delivers a broad range of residential and commercial projects, including extensions, renovations, refurbishments, and larger builds. An in-house joinery workshop enables the company to combine construction, carpentry, and bespoke joinery services under one roof. The business is built on quality workmanship, clear communication, and a reliable, straightforward approach from start to finish. With decades of local experience, the company offers stable, long-term opportunities for skilled tradespeople.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Carpenter role based in Horsham. The Carpenter will work on a variety of residential and commercial projects, carrying out first and second fix carpentry, framing, and finish carpentry to a high standard. Daily responsibilities include interpreting drawings, measuring and cutting materials, assembling structures, installing doors, windows, cabinetry, and bespoke joinery items produced in the workshop. The role involves safe and efficient use of hand tools and power tools, collaborating with site teams, and maintaining a tidy, safe work environment. The Carpenter will also support the joinery workshop when needed and contribute to delivering projects on time and to specification. Salary dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• CSCS Card
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications, with good measuring and layout skills.
• Relevant trade qualification or apprenticeship in carpentry or joinery, or equivalent proven experience.
• Understanding of site safety practices, manual handling, and safe working procedures.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work both independently and as part of a team on active construction sites.
• UK driving license and ability to travel to local sites in and around Horsham.