Joiner

Ahhargreaves; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A traditional carpentry and joinery contractor in the UK is looking for a skilled Joiner to join their team. The role involves both workshop and site work, requiring expertise in manufacturing and installing bespoke joinery products. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications, strong craftsmanship skills, and the ability to interpret technical drawings. The company offers a supportive environment with varied projects and a full-time position.

Benefits

Company vehicle and fuel card provided

All power tools provided

Uniform provided

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Company pension

Flexible working opportunities

Enhanced paternity and maternity pay and leave

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience in a similar role.
• Confident and competent in site joinery works.
• Experience with both traditional and modern materials.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture bespoke joinery products like doors and windows.
• Installation of joinery products on site, including fire doors.
• Adhere to safety regulations and maintain a clean workshop.

Skills

Craftsmanship

Attention to Detail

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Carpentry or Joinery

Tools

Woodworking tools

Machinery

Job description

Established for over 75 years, A&H Hargreaves is a traditional carpentry and joinery contractor based in Rossendale, Lancashire, working in the public, commercial and private sectors. We have a fully equipped modern workshop and pride ourselves on being able to manufacture bespoke quality products and undertake all aspects of site carpentry.

We are a small but driven joinery company that prides itself on delivering high-quality craftsmanship with precision, efficiency, and accountability.

THE ROLE

As we are a traditional Carpenters and Joiners, the Joiner role involves both working in the workshop and out on site. The role requires excellent craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of all aspects of both bench joinery and site carpentry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manufacture doors, windows, staircases, cabinets, furniture, and other bespoke items as per specifications.
• Site Carpentry installation of doors, windows, staircases and all other joinery products. Experience of installation of fire doors is desirable. Undertaken all aspects of carpentry and joinery reactive maintenance, including some aspects of general building where required.
• Technical drawings and Setting Out: Read and understand detailed plans, sketches, or blueprints to produce precise joinery products. Must have experience of setting out work independently.
• Competent use of tools and machinery: Operate woodworking machinery (e.g., saws, planers, routers). Use hand tools such as chisels, planes, and saws to achieve detailed finishes.
• Material Selection and Preparation: Select, measure, and prepare wood and other materials for cutting, shaping, and assembling.
• Quality Control: Ensure all work meets expected quality standards and design specifications.
• Collaboration: Work with all other members of the team and the client, to ensure products meet client needs and fit installation requirements.
• Health and Safety: Adhere to workplace safety regulations and practices, ensuring a clean and organized workshop environment.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Qualification: City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Carpentry or Joinery, or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience: 2 or more years of experience in a similar role.
• Site Technical Skills: Must be confident and competent to undertake site joinery works, including installation of products manufactured in the workshop. Be able to work with both traditional and modern materials.
• Bench Technical Skills: Some experience of using woodworking tools and machinery. Strong understanding of wood properties and joinery techniques. Ability to work with both traditional and modern materials (e.g., MDF, laminates).
• Craftsmanship and Attention to Detail: Skilled hand-eye coordination for detailed craftsmanship. Precision and care in producing high-quality joinery.
• Communication: Ability to interpret instructions and liaise with team members effectively and be competition is working in a customer facing environments as required
• Problem-Solving: Capacity to troubleshoot issues and adjust processes as needed.
• Enhanced DBS check will be required on successful appointment to this role
• Full UK Driving Licence

HOURS OF WORK

Full time – 42 hours per week – 4 day working week

WHAT WE OFFER

• Fully Employed Position
• Company vehicle and fuel card provided
• All power tools provided
• Uniform provided
• A tight-knit team environment where your impact is visible every day.
• Varied and interesting projects with a focus on craftsmanship and client satisfaction.
• Autonomy, respect, and the tools you need to deliver your best work.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Company pension
• Flexible working opportunities
• Enhanced paternity and maternity pay and leave

LOCATION

Workshop Address: Hardmanor House, New Hall Hey Road. Rawtenstall. BB46HL

SALARY

Salary – available on request and based on experience

Covering letter to include: why you are interested in the position and examples from your experience that demonstrate that you meet the requirements in the job description.