Heritage Carpenter - Architectural Joiner (Restoration Project)

Equals One Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employed or self-employed engagement

Full-time work, Monday to Friday

Secure 12-month contract

Immediate start

Prestigious heritage restoration项目

Varied and technically interestingjoin

Support from an established team of 
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Job summary

Farcroft Restorations is seeking experienced Heritage Carpenters and Architectural Joiners to join a major restoration project in Wiltshire. The role is full-time, Mon-Fri, with a 12-month contract and options for employed or self-employed engagement, with an immediate start.

You will work in a skilled site team delivering high-quality heritage carpentry, repairing and fabricating historic timber features, following drawings and specifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Heritage Carpenter, Architectural Joiner or skilled Site Joiner.
• Experience working on historic, listed or high-specification buildings.
• Strong knowledge of traditional carpentry and joinery techniques.
• Experience repairing and replicating period timber features.
• Able to interpret drawings, specifications and detailed measurements.
• Confident using relevant hand tools and woodworking equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high standard of workmanship.
• Able to work independently and as part of a site team.
• Reliable, professional and committed to the full contract.
• Available to begin work immediately or at short notice.
• A valid CSCS card is essential.
• Asbestos Awareness and Manual Handling certification is required; these courses can be completed online before starting
• A relevant City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent trade qualification would be beneficial

Responsibilities

• Carrying out heritage carpentry and architectural joinery
• Repairing, restoring and replacing historic timber features
• Producing and fitting bespoke timber components
• Working on doors, windows, frames, panelling and other architectural features
• Using traditional joinery techniques and appropriate modern methods
• Working accurately from drawings, specifications and site instructions
• Matching existing profiles, details, materials and finishes
• Assessing whether historic timber can be repaired rather than replaced
• Using hand tools and woodworking equipment safely and effectively
• Ensuring all work is completed to an exceptionally high standard
• Working closely with site managers, other trades and conservation specialists
• Following all site health and safety procedures
• Maintaining a clean, organised and professional working environment

Skills

Heritage carpentry

Architectural joinery

Reading drawings

Hand tool operation

Attention to detail

Independence / teamwork

Health & safety

CSCS card

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent

Job description

Farcroft Restorations is seeking experienced Heritage Carpenters and Architectural Joiners to join a major restoration project in Wiltshire. The role is full-time, Mon-Fri, with a 12-month contract and options for employed or self-employed engagement, with an immediate start.

You will work in a skilled site team delivering high-quality heritage carpentry, repairing and fabricating historic timber features, following drawings and specifications.