Heritage Carpenter / Architectural Joiner – Historic Restoration

Equals One Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employed or self-employed engagement

12-month contract

Immediate start

Prestigious heritage project

Job summary

Farcroft Restorations is seeking skilled Heritage Carpenters / Architectural Joiners for a major restoration project in Wiltshire. The role offers a 12-month contract with both employed and self-employed engagement options and an immediate start.

You will work within an experienced site team, delivering high-quality traditional carpentry and joinery that respects historic fabric. Applicants should have proven heritage carpentry experience, be comfortable reading drawings and specs, and hold

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Heritage Carpenter or Architectural Joiner.
• Experience working on historic, listed or high-specification buildings.
• Strong knowledge of traditional carpentry and joinery techniques.
• Able to interpret drawings, specifications and measurements.
• Confident using hand tools and woodworking equipment.
• Attention to detail and high workmanship standards.
• Reliable, professional and able to work on long-term projects.

Responsibilities

• Carry out heritage carpentry and architectural joinery on restoration projects.
• Repair, restore and replace historic timber features.
• Produce and fit bespoke timber components.
• Work on doors, windows, frames, panelling and other architectural features.
• Follow traditional joinery methods while applying appropriate modern techniques.
• Work accurately from drawings and site instructions.
• Match existing profiles, details, materials and finishes.
• Assess whether timber can be repaired rather than replaced.
• Work safely using hand tools and woodworking equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organised and professional workspace.
• Coordinate with site managers, other trades and conservation specialists.

Job description

Farcroft Restorations is seeking skilled Heritage Carpenters / Architectural Joiners for a major restoration project in Wiltshire. The role offers a 12-month contract with both employed and self-employed engagement options and an immediate start.

You will work within an experienced site team, delivering high-quality traditional carpentry and joinery that respects historic fabric. Applicants should have proven heritage carpentry experience, be comfortable reading drawings and specs, and hold