Carpenter's Mate

Thorn Baker Construction; Woodley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Carpenter's Mate to assist in high-end residential projects across the South of England, including London. This role involves supporting carpenters, travelling between sites, and developing carpentry skills. Ideal candidates will have construction experience and a strong work ethic. The position offers opportunities for training, a profit-sharing scheme, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Company Van

Uniform

Profit Share Scheme

Training and progression

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a construction or carpentry assistant.
• Eager to learn and develop high-end carpentry skills.
• Hard-working and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Assist carpenters with materials and installations.
• Support 1st & 2nd fix work on luxury residential projects.
• Travel between sites as required.
• Keep workspace tidy and safe.

Skills

Construction experience

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Flexibility

Driving licence

Job description

Carpenter's Mate (High-End Residential)

Location: Reading / Surrounding Areas with good rail links to London
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Projects: High-End Residential
Travel Required: London, Cotswolds, Guildford, South of England
Package: Company Van, Uniform, Profit Share Scheme

About the Role

We are seeking a Carpenter's Mate to support our carpentry team on high-end residential projects. The role requires regular travel into Central London, as well as flexibility to work across various sites in the South of England.

Ideal for someone with good site experience who wants to progress in high-end residential work.

Responsibilities

• Assisting carpenters with materials, tools, and installations
• Supporting 1st & 2nd fix work on luxury residential projects
• Loading/unloading materials and occasional van driving
• Travelling between sites as required
• Keeping workspace tidy and safe
• Learning and developing high-end carpentry skills

Requirements

• Previous construction or carpentry assistant experience
• Comfortable travelling to London regularly
• Based near Reading or with strong rail links to London
• Hard-working, reliable, and eager to learn
• Flexible with working hours and travel
• Driving licence preferred

What We Offer

• Company Uniform
• Tools & Equipment Provided Where Required
• Profit-Sharing Scheme
• Training and progression into skilled carpentry
• Supportive, experienced team environment

Salary

Competitive and dependent on experience