Site Carpenter

Oakwrights Ltd; Ross-on-Wye; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakwrights Ltd is seeking a skilled Site Carpenter to join our team across the UK. You will install and finish glazing interfaces on our face-glazed oak frames, measuring, cutting and fitting bespoke components to exacting standards.

The role combines carpentry, joinery and glazing on unique timber projects. You will work with a specialist team, ensuring showroom-quality finishes and contributing to the craft that Oakwrights is known for.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Site Carpentry (or equivalent experience).
• Strong finish carpentry or joinery background.
• Excellent hand-tool skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read drawings and set out accurately.
• Comfortable working at height; Full UK driving licence.
• CSCS Card (or willingness to obtain one).
• Desirable: Oak framing experience; Timber frame construction knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Install and finish glazing interfaces on face-glazed oak frames.
• Measure, set out and install bespoke oak capping boards, trims and cover strips.
• Cut, shape and scribe timber components to fit oak frames.
• Prepare frames for glazing and ensure precise installation.
• Fit weatherproofing, drainage and sealing systems.
• Work with glazed units and timber frame details.
• Troubleshoot on-site challenges while upholding high quality.
• Maintain showroom-standard finishes and share skills with the team.

Skills

Finish carpentry

Joinery

Reading drawings

Site adaptability

Health & safety

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Site Carpentry

NVQ Level 3 in Site Carpentry

Tools

CSCS Card

IPAF certification

Job description

Are you a skilled carpenter who takes real pride in craftsmanship Do you enjoy creating work that people admire for generations At Oakwrights, we're not building standard houses. We're creating stunning bespoke oak-framed homes, extensions and garden buildings that become the centrepiece of our customers' lives. Every project is unique, every frame is handcrafted, and every detail matters.

This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's leading oak frame specialists and play a key role in bringing our clients' dream homes to life. Working on projects across the country, you'll combine traditional carpentry skills with modern glazing systems to deliver exceptional finishes on some of the most beautiful timber structures being built today.

What You'll Be Doing

As one of our Site Carpenter's, you'll work alongside our experienced site teams to install and finish the glazing interfaces on our face-glazed oak frames.

Your work will include:

• Measuring, setting out and installing bespoke oak capping boards, trims and cover strips
• Cutting, shaping and scribing timber components to fit perfectly against unique oak frames
• Preparing frames for glazing and ensuring they are installed to exacting standards
• Fitting weatherproofing, drainage and sealing systems
• Working with glazed units and specialist timber frame details
• Solving technical site challenges while maintaining exceptional quality
• Ensuring every project is finished to a showroom-standard appearance
• Supporting colleagues and sharing your skills across the team, At Oakwrights, craftsmanship is at the heart of everything we do.

You’ll work on inspiring projects that are designed to last for generations, alongside a team that shares a genuine passion for quality timber construction.

What You'll Enjoy

• Working on unique, bespoke projects across the UK
• Creating beautiful oak-framed homes and buildings
• A varied role combining carpentry, joinery and glazing
• Opportunities to develop specialist skills in oak frame construction
• Being part of a respected and highly skilled team
• Seeing your craftsmanship become part of someone's dream home
• No two projects are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving and genuine craftsmanship.

What We're Looking For

You'll be someone who genuinely cares about doing things properly and takes satisfaction from producing outstanding work.

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Site Carpentry, Bench Joinery or equivalent experience
• Strong finish carpentry or joinery background
• Excellent hand-tool skills and attention to detail
• Ability to read drawings and set out accurately
• Comfortable working at height
• Full UK driving licence
• CSCS Card (or willingness to obtain one)

Desirable

• Oak framing experience
• Timber frame construction experience
• Structural glazing or curtain walling experience
• IPAF certification
• Understanding of timber movement
• CAD or sketch-detailing skills, You're reliable, professional and take pride in your work.

You notice the details others miss. You enjoy solving problems on-site, working as part of a close-knit team and delivering craftsmanship that exceeds expectations. Most importantly, you want your work to matter.