Carpentry supervisor

Thorn Baker Group; Marlborough; On-site; NZD 106,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Job summary

Thorn Baker Group in Bristol is seeking an experienced Carpentry Supervisor to oversee on-site carpentry works within refurbishment and construction projects. This hands-on role requires supervising carpentry teams and subcontractors, reading drawings, and ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery across multiple sites.

The salary range is £45k–£50k per annum plus a company van. This is a permanent, full-time position offering travel between sites in Bristol, Wiltshire and the Cotswolds,

Qualifications

• Proven carpentry experience, preferably in refurbishment or general construction.
• Experience supervising carpentry teams or managing on-site packages.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specs.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations on construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Supervise carpentry teams and subcontractors on site.
• Ensure carpentry work meets quality standards and specs.
• Monitor progress against project programmes and deadlines.
• Read drawings and construction plans.
• Carry out quality inspections and resolve issues.
• Coordinate materials, tools and equipment.
• Liaise with site/project managers and other trades.
• Maintain safe and tidy working environment.
• Report on progress and issues.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Team leadership

Read drawings

Health & safety

Communication

Project coordination

CSCS card

Job description

Carpentry Supervisor

Location: Bristol/Wiltshire/Cotswolds - need to be ok with travel
Salary: £45k - £50k per annum plus company van
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

We are working with a well-established construction and refurbishment contractor specialising in high-quality refurbishment and building projects. They are looking to recruit an experienced Carpentry Supervisor to oversee carpentry works on site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on professional with a strong carpentry background who can lead a team, coordinate subcontractors and maintain excellent workmanship across a variety of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate carpentry teams and subcontractors on site.




• Ensure all carpentry works are completed to the required quality standards and project specifications.




• Monitor progress against project programmes and ensure deadlines are met.




• Read and interpret drawings, specifications and construction plans.




• Carry out quality inspections and resolve any workmanship issues.




• Ensure all works comply with health and safety regulations and site procedures.




• Coordinate materials, tools and equipment to maintain productivity.




• Liaise with site managers, project managers and other trades to ensure smooth project delivery.




• Monitor site activities and report on progress, delays and any issues.




• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience in carpentry, ideally within refurbishment or general construction.




• Previous experience supervising carpentry teams or managing carpentry packages on site.




• Strong knowledge of carpentry methods, materials and construction practices.




• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.




• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.




• A strong understanding of health and safety requirements.




• Ability to work to deadlines while maintaining high standards of workmanship.




• Relevant site qualifications, such as a CSCS card.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.




• Permanent position with an established construction contractor.




• Opportunity to work on varied refurbishment and construction projects.




• A supportive working environment with opportunities for career development.

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