Joiner / Carpenter

RH Recruiting Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Carpenter/Joiner for a workshop-based role in Manchester. This position offers the chance to work on critical public sector infrastructure projects, focusing on the manufacture of bespoke timber items and maintaining high standards of workmanship. With a competitive hourly rate and an initial contract of three months, this role presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to contribute to meaningful projects while being part of a professional and well-established team. If you have the required qualifications and experience, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manufacture doors, windows, and staircases in a workshop setting.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure workshop cleanliness.

Skills

Workshop Joinery

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Building Maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Joinery

NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry

Job description

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

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