Experienced Bench Hand Joiner

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading joinery firm in Leicester is seeking a highly skilled bench hand joiner to oversee production from prototyping to installation. Candidates should have proven experience in joinery, excellent time management, and the ability to lead a team. This role offers competitive rates, overtime, and various benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 Days Annual Leave

NEST Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a joinery or workshop role (3 years preferred).
• Strong understanding of materials, joinery techniques, and production processes.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a workshop environment.
• Full clean UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end production process, from prototyping to final delivery.
• Interpret technical drawings and develop design briefs.
• Inspect completed work for accuracy and quality.
• Manage time effectively to meet tight deadlines.

Skills

Joinery techniques

Time management

Communication skills

Team leadership

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14.08.2025

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Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced bench hand joiner. This role requires a hands-on individual with a strong background in joinery, positive attitude, production management, and leadership. You will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end production process, from prototyping, to final delivery and installation.

Key Responsibilities

Joinery:

Experience in retail display units, POS and shopfitting is essential.

Interpret technical drawings or CAD designs and develop design briefs from sketches and 3D visuals.

Collaboration with Designers and Project Managers liaising with design and production team to ensure feasibility and practicality of designs.

Working with materials like MDF, hardwoods, laminates, acrylics, and occasionally metal or glass.

Assembling units with precision, ensuring high-quality finishes and quality of builds

Potential for further career development.

Quality Control:

Inspecting completed work for accuracy, finish, and quality before dispatch or installation.

Offering input on materials or construction methods to improve efficiency or aesthetics.

Time Management:

Managing time effectively to meet tight deadlines, especially for retail campaigns or seasonal rollouts.

Health & Safety:

Adhering to workplace safety standards and maintaining a clean, organised work area.

Key Skills & Experience

Proven experience in a joinery or workshop role (3 years preferred).

Strong understanding of materials, joinery techniques, and production processes.

Excellent time management and ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work flexibly, including site work as and when needed.

Positive, can-do attitude and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to lead a team effectively.

Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a workshop environment.

Full clean UK driving license

Remuneration

Excellent competitive rates, salary dependent on experience

Monday to Friday 38 hours per week

Overtime and Site Pay

20 Days Annual Leave

8 Days Bank Holidays

Christmas Shutdown

NEST Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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