Heritage Site Joiner

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking an experienced Heritage Site Joiner to work on historic projects across Greater Manchester and the North West, including conservation properties.

You will restore traditional timber sash and casement windows, perform repairs on Grade I/II listed buildings, and install bespoke timber mouldings on site while liaising with conservation officers and site managers.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on heritage joinery experience.
• Experience with timber restoration on historic properties.
• Knowledge of traditional woodworking joints and historic building methods.

Responsibilities

• Restoring, repairing and installing traditional timber sash and casement windows.
• Carrying out timber rot and splice repairs on listed buildings and conservation properties.
• Installing bespoke architectural joinery on site.
• Liaising with clients, conservation officers and site managers in occupied historic properties.

Skills

Heritage joinery

Timber restoration

Listed buildings experience

Conservation skills

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Architectural Joinery or Carpentry

Tools

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Experienced Heritage Site Joiner

Annual Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (Depending on experience)

Location: Projects across Greater Manchester and the North West (Company vehicle provided)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced joiner with a passion for traditional craftsmanship and a deep respect for historic buildings. This role is ideal for someone committed to delivering a high-end finish on both domestic and commercial projects, with a strong focus on listed buildings and conservation properties.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Restoring, repairing, and installing traditional timber sash and casement windows.
• Carrying out intricate, sympathetic timber rot and splice repairs on Grade I / Grade II listed buildings and conservation properties.
• Installing bespoke architectural joinery, doors, and traditional timber mouldings on site.
• Liaising professionally with clients, conservation officers, and site managers while working inside occupied historic properties.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven, hands-on experience in heritage joinery, timber restoration, or traditional carpentry.
• Strong preference for candidates with a proven track record working within listed buildings or strict conservation areas.
• Deep knowledge of traditional woodworking joints, timber species, and historic building methods.
• Relevant trade qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Architectural Joinery / Carpentry & Joinery).
• UK Driving Licence (to utilise the company vehicle).
• Reliable, punctual, and takes immense pride in a clean, tidy, and premium finish.

Benefits

• Stable, permanent in-house employment.
• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance.