Lead Bench Joiner – High-End Bespoke Woodwork (Edinburgh)

Blueprint Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Lead Bench Hand Joiner for a permanent, full-time position in Edinburgh. You will oversee craftsmanship in a bespoke joinery workshop, guiding a team and producing high-quality wooden products. Applicants should have a strong background in traditional joinery, the ability to read technical drawings, and a proactive approach. This role offers competitive salary and the opportunity to work on prestigious projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Permanent position

Opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Supportive team environment

Immediate start available

Qualifications

• Experienced Bench Hand Joiner with proven background in traditional joinery.
• Demonstrable experience producing bespoke wooden products to a high standard.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings confidently.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on in the workshop, setting quality standards.
• Supervise and support a small team of Bench Joiners.
• Work from detailed drawings to produce bespoke joinery items.
• Liaise with clients and measure jobs on site.
• Help plan work and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain a safe and organized workshop environment.

Skills

Traditional Bench Joinery

Interpreting technical drawings

Proactive problem solving

Leadership and mentoring

Workshop machinery competence

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Lead Bench Hand Joiner for a permanent, full-time position in Edinburgh. You will oversee craftsmanship in a bespoke joinery workshop, guiding a team and producing high-quality wooden products. Applicants should have a strong background in traditional joinery, the ability to read technical drawings, and a proactive approach. This role offers competitive salary and the opportunity to work on prestigious projects.