Working Foreman - Senior Joiner

YCR; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in Leeds is seeking an experienced Senior Joiner / Working Foreman for an initial 8-week project focused on commercial office fit-outs. The ideal candidate will have proven office fit-out experience along with essential SMSTS certification. This role offers an opportunity to work with a passionate team committed to quality craftsmanship. If you're proactive and can manage site operations effectively, apply for ongoing work and form a long-term relationship with the company.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in office fit-outs.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations.
• Manage trades on site for top-quality results.
• Carry out joinery work to a high standard.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Take ownership of each project.

Skills

Time-served joiner

Strong leadership

Excellent eye for detail

Ability to read technical drawings

Education

SMSTS certification

Job description

Job Title: Senior Joiner / Working Foreman
Location: Leeds
Salary: From £230 per day
Industry: Fit Out

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Joiner with their SMSTS Qualification to work on a project for an initial 8-week period. This project will be a commercial office fit-out based in Leeds. For the right candidate, ongoing work will be offered.

You will be working for a business that really takes pride in its craftsmanship and will give 110% minimum to every project. They are seeking skilled Joiners who have as much passion for their work quality as they promise as a business to their customers.

Overview

• Oversee daily site operations and ensure smooth workflow.

• Manage and motivate trades on site to achieve top-quality results.

• Carry out joinery work to a high standard (mainly in office fit-outs).

• Maintain strong communication with project managers, clients, and subcontractors.

• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and quality standards.

• Take ownership of each project from start to finish with pride and professionalism.

Requirements

• Time-served joiner with proven experience in office fit-outs.

• SMSTS certification (essential).

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Excellent eye for detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.

• Able to read and work from technical drawings.

• Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently.

Why This Role?

This is a rare opportunity to work with a genuinely down-to-earth company owner who values his team, takes pride in every job, and looks after both his staff and clients. If you share that same passion, enthusiasm, and dedication to quality, this could lead to ongoing work and a long-term relationship.

If you would like to register with YCR, please send your CV in confidence or reach out to [e-mail] directly. Please note that in order to register with YCR, thorough checks will be completed before you are authorised to attend sites.