Carpenter

Duties & Responsibilities

French Polishing & Wood Finishing

• Restore and maintain antique, bespoke, and contemporary wooden furniture and fittings.
• Apply French polish, shellac, stains, lacquers, varnishes, oils, and waxes to achieve premium finishes.
• Repair scratches, watermarks, burns, dents, chips, and other surface imperfections.
• Match wood grain, colour, and finish to ensure seamless restoration work.
• Maintain the appearance and longevity of all wooden assets throughout the property.

Carpentry & Structural Maintenance

• Design, manufacture, install, and repair wooden structures, cabinetry, shelving, doors, frames, and fixtures.
• Repair furniture and joinery components. Install and maintain locks, hinges, runners, handles, hydraulic arms, and related hardware.
• Conduct inspections of wooden decks, flooring, cladding, boardwalks, and balustrades.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, sketches, and specifications where required.
• Safely operate woodworking machinery and hand tools.

Maintenance Operations

• Respond to maintenance requests within agreed service levels.
• Complete preventative and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and job cards.
• Monitor stock levels of timber, finishes, adhesives, and consumables.
• Report defects, risks, and replacement requirements proactively.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Comply with all Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
• Use personal protective equipment correctly.
• Handle, store, and dispose of chemicals safely.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.
• Ensure all work areas remain hazard-free and fit for use.

Customer Service & Team Collaboration

• Work professionally and discreetly in guest-facing environments.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping, Operations, Interior Design, and Maintenance teams.
• Minimise disruption to guests and operations during maintenance activities.
• Uphold Tsebo service standards through quality workmanship and attention to detail.

Skills and Competencies

• Advanced carpentry and joinery skills.
• French polishing and wood restoration expertise.
• Knowledge of timber species, finishes, stains, lacquers, varnishes, and adhesives.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to read basic drawings and specifications.
• Maintenance troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements related to woodworking and finishing operations.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate.
• Trade Test Certificate in Carpentry, Joinery, Cabinet Making, Furniture Making, or a related field will be advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in carpentry, joinery, shopfitting, or furniture manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience in French polishing and advanced wood restoration.
• Experience within hospitality, hotels, resorts, lodges, or commercial facilities is advantageous.