Experienced workshop joiner

Company Description Oak By Design specializes in high-quality oak orangeries, conservatories, beams, floors, and porches for a wide range of internal applications. The company provides a bespoke service, working closely with customers to create tailored oak products that meet individual design and technical requirements. A strong focus on friendly customer service and craftsmanship underpins every project. Oak By Design also offers a professional fitting service and can liaise directly with architects to address any structural or technical considerations.

Role Description As an Experienced Workshop Joiner at Oak By Design, you will work full time on-site in our York workshop, producing high-quality oak components for orangeries, conservatories, porches, and interior joinery projects. Your day-to-day tasks will include measuring, cutting, assembling, and finishing oak structures, ensuring all work meets design specifications and quality standards. You will operate and maintain workshop machinery and tools, interpret technical drawings, and collaborate with colleagues and, when needed, site teams to support smooth installation. The role also involves maintaining a safe and orderly workspace, checking materials for defects, and contributing to continuous improvement in workshop processes.

Qualifications

• Strong carpentry skills, with proven experience in workshop or joinery environments.
• Proficiency in hand tools, including chisels, planes, saws, and measuring equipment.
• Experience using power tools and woodworking machinery safely and accurately.
• Ability in framing and structural assembly of timber components.
• Competence in finish carpentry, including sanding, fitting, and high-quality detailing of oak products.
• Attention to detail, commitment to craftsmanship, and ability to follow technical drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of health and safety practices in a workshop setting.
• Relevant vocational qualification or apprenticeship in joinery or carpentry, or equivalent experience.
• Reliable, organized, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.