Carpenter / Joiner

Placing People Bedford; Pavenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local craftsmanship company in the UK is seeking a skilled Carpenter/Joiner for a permanent position. The role involves manufacturing bespoke joinery products and requires proven experience in using woodworking tools and techniques. Candidates must possess excellent craftsmanship, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work with both contemporary and heritage designs. This position offers competitive pay at £14.00-£16.00 per hour, contingent on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as carpenter required.
• Competence using bespoke woodworking tools is essential.
• Must be authorized to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble high-quality bespoke doors and joinery products.
• Use routers and jigs to accurately fit locking systems and hinges.
• Work from detailed technical drawings to execute complex designs.
• Manufacture heritage windows and doors using traditional techniques.
• Ensure finished products meet exacting quality standards.
• Collaborate with team members for smooth project completion.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Proven experience as a carpenter or bench joiner

Competence in using routers and other specialist woodworking tools

Knowledge of fitting multi-point and custom locking systems

Ability to work with hardwoods and traditional materials

Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship

Strong problem-solving skills

Job description

Permanent Position

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Carpenter/Joiner to join our workshop team.

The role involves working with bespoke joinery, including the use of routers and other precision woodworking tools to fit custom-designed locking systems into tailor-made doors. In addition to contemporary work, you will also be involved in the production of heritage doors and windows, requiring a high standard of craftsmanship and sensitivity to traditional methods.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble high-quality bespoke doors and joinery products.
• Use routers and jigs to accurately fit a variety of locking systems and hinges to custom specifications.
• Work from detailed technical drawings, interpreting and executing complex joinery designs.
• Manufacture heritage windows and doors, using traditional carpentry techniques where required.
• Ensure all finished products meet exacting quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with other joiners, designers, and installers to ensure smooth project completion.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety protocols.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a carpenter or bench joiner, ideally in a bespoke or heritage setting.
• Competence in using routers and other specialist woodworking tools.
• Knowledge of fitting multi-point and custom locking systems.
• Ability to work with hardwoods and traditional materials.
• Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt techniques to suit individual projects.

Working Monday to Friday - 8am till 4.30pm

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £14.00-£16.00 per hour (depending on experience)

*MUST HAVE MIN 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS CARPENTER - UNABLE TO OFFER APPRENTICESHIP

*MUST ALREADY RESIDE IN THE UK & HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN PLACE