Leicester
Role: \n Bench Joiner Location: \n Workshop-based Hours: \n As per contract Salary: \n £16.00 - £17.00 per hr What will you be doing? \n\n • Producing, assembling and finishing high-quality bespoke furniture in a workshop environment.\n, • Reading and accurately interpreting technical drawings, specifications and measurements.\n, • Selecting, measuring, marking, cutting and shaping a range of materials while minimising waste.\n, • Producing components to exact specifications using a variety of hand tools, machinery and equipment.\n, • Using both traditional and modern joinery techniques to assemble furniture and components.\n, • Applying required finishes, including laminates, to protect materials and achieve a high-quality appearance.\n, • Inspecting completed work to ensure it meets required quality standards and project specifications.\n, • Carrying out adjustments, repairs and remedial work where necessary.\n, • Maintaining tools, machinery and equipment in a clean and safe working condition and reporting faults promptly.\n, • Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.\n, • Working collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors to meet project deadlines and production requirements.\n, • Communicating clearly about project progress, material requirements, machinery issues and any potential delays.\n, • Supporting the training and development of junior staff or apprentices where required.\n, • Identifying and resolving production issues where possible and adapting to changes in project requirements.\n, • Maintaining accurate records of materials used, time spent and tasks completed.\n, • Keeping up to date with woodworking techniques, tools and industry developments and participating in relevant training.\n, • Loading vans safely when required, ensuring finished products are adequately protected during transportation.\n, • Driving may be required as part of the role, with responsibility for notifying the company of any changes to driving capability or licensing.\n\n Experience/qualifications required: \n\n • Previous experience working as a Bench Joiner or in a similar skilled woodworking role.\n, • Strong understanding of woodworking and joinery techniques.\n, • Ability to accurately read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.\n, • Experience using a range of woodworking hand tools, machinery and equipment.\n, • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.\n, • Ability to accurately measure, cut, shape and assemble components to specification.\n, • Good understanding of materials and their appropriate use.\n, • Ability to identify and resolve problems during the production process.\n, • Good communication and teamwork skills.\n, • Ability to work efficiently to deadlines while maintaining quality.\n, • Strong understanding of workshop health and safety requirements.\n, • Willingness to ask for guidance when unfamiliar or not confident with the safe operation of machinery.\n, • Safety footwear must be worn at all times, with appropriate PPE used as required.\n, • Forklift operation requires current training and certification.\n, • Full/current driving licence may be required depending on the requirements of the role.\n\n Benefits \n\n • Opportunity to work on bespoke furniture and high-quality woodworking projects.\n, • Support for ongoing training and professional development.\n, • Opportunity to develop and broaden woodworking and joinery skills.\n, • Collaborative workshop environment.\n, • Opportunity to support and mentor junior team members and apprentices.\n