Joiner / Carpenter

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Carpenter/Joiner to join their professional team in Manchester. This predominantly workshop-based role offers the chance to work on critical public sector infrastructure projects, including the Ministry of Justice. With a competitive hourly rate and the potential for contract extension, this is an exciting opportunity for those with NVQ qualifications in Joinery or Carpentry. Join a well-organized and efficient workshop environment where your skills will contribute to meaningful projects.

Qualifications

• Proven workshop joinery experience is essential.
• Ability to read technical drawings and work to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture doors, windows, and staircases in the workshop.
• Maintain stock levels of timber and building materials.

Skills

Workshop Joinery

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Building Maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Joinery

NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry

Job description

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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 a great opportunity for a skilled joiner to join a professional, well-established team in a predominantly workshop-based role.

Key Responsibilities:

Workshop joinery – manufacture of:

Doors, windows, staircases

Formwork and shuttering

Timber signposts and bespoke timber items

Occasional site-based installation and maintenance support

Maintain stock levels of timber and building materials

Ensure the workshop remains clean, organised, and efficient

Requirements:

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

Proven workshop joinery experience (essential)

Previous experience with FM, building maintenance, or building services contractors (preferred)

Ability to read technical drawings and work to high standards

Full UK driving licence (preferred)

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

What You’ll Get:

£15 – £19 per hour (depending on experience)

Initial 3-month contract with strong potential for extension

Workshop-based role in Manchester (M60)

Opportunity to contribute to critical public sector infrastructure projects

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