Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Carpenter/Joiner to join our construction team. The successful candidate will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, and installing a variety of wooden and other materials to high standards of quality and safety. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong background in carpentry and joinery, looking to contribute to diverse projects across residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The position is paid and suitable for both experienced professionals and apprentices eager to develop their skills further.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate customised components using hand tools, power tools, and specialised machinery.
- Assemble structures, fixtures, and fittings in accordance with technical drawings and specifications.
- Install carpentry elements such as flooring, roofing frameworks, doors, windows, and cabinetry on-site.
- Perform joinery tasks including cutting, shaping, and fitting wood or other materials with precision.
- Conduct maintenance work involving construction painting, plumbing connections, masonry tasks, or electrical installations when required.
- Use scaffolding or ladders safely to access elevated work areas during installation or repairs.
- Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations whilst maintaining high standards of craftsmanship.
- Assist in site preparation, organisation of materials, and clean-up post-completion of tasks.
Skills
- Proven experience in fabrication, assembly, carpentry, and joinery techniques.
- Proficiency with hand tools such as saws, chisels, hammers alongside power tools including drills and sanders.
- Knowledge of roofing systems, construction painting methods, plumbing basics, masonry work, and electrical experience is advantageous.
- Ability to undertake heavy lifting safely while maintaining good physical condition.
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail to ensure precise measurements and fitting.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities combined with the capacity to read technical drawings accurately.
- Good communication skills to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
This role offers an engaging opportunity for motivated individuals passionate about craftsmanship and construction projects across various sectors. We welcome applications from those eager to contribute their expertise while expanding their skills within a professional setting.
Pay: £16.00-£26.09 per hour
Work Location: In person
