Carpenter / Joiner

RH Recruiting Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Infrastructure Support business is seeking a skilled Carpenter / Joiner for a predominantly workshop-based role in Preston. This position offers the chance to work on high-profile public sector projects and is initially a 3-month contract with potential for extension. The ideal candidate will have NVQ qualifications and proven workshop experience.

Qualifications

• Proven workshop joinery experience is essential.
• Ability to read technical drawings and deliver high-quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture doors, windows, staircases, and bespoke timber items.
• Maintain stock levels of timber and building materials.
• Keep the workshop clean, organised, and efficient.

Skills

Workshop Joinery Experience

Ability to Read Technical Drawings

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Joinery or Carpentry

Job description

Venatu Recruitment Group is currently recruiting a Carpenter / Joiner on behalf of our client, a leading Infrastructure Support business delivering services across national frameworks including the Ministry of Justice (MOJ). This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled joiner to join a professional, well-established team in a predominantly workshop-based role in Preston.

Key Responsibilities:

Workshop joinery – manufacture of:

Doors, windows, staircases

Formwork and shuttering

Timber signposts and bespoke timber items

Occasional support with site-based installation and maintenance

Maintain stock levels of timber and building materials

Keep the workshop clean, organised, and efficient

Requirements:

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Joinery or Carpentry (essential)

Proven workshop joinery experience (essential)

Experience with FM, building maintenance, or building services contractors (preferred)

Ability to read technical drawings and deliver high-quality workmanship

Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)

Must be able to pass enhanced security clearance (required for MOJ work)

What You’ll Get:

Initial 3-month contract with strong potential for extension

Workshop-based position in Preston

Chance to work on high-profile public sector infrastructure projects

Apply Now:

To apply, please submit your CV via Venatu Recruitment Group. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss the role and next steps.