Job Description

The Oak Frame Carpentry Company is looking for a skilled, experienced, and motivated

General Manager

to join our close-knit team.
In this important role, you will manage, organise, and optimise workflow both in our workshop and on site.

The Candidate:

Construction industry background, with practical and management experience Confident communicator with clients, builders, architects, engineers, and specialist contractors Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations and procedures Excellent people management and organisational skills Proficient in IT, particularly word processing and spreadsheets (Mac experience an advantage, but not essential) Enthusiastic about craftsmanship; oak framing experience is beneficial but not essential

Key Responsibilities:

Workshop Management:

Allocate jobs to teams and individuals Anticipate and balance workload to avoid downtime or bottlenecks Assess progress and estimate lead times for delivery Maintain quality control and consistency across all production Relay information between the office and workshop teams Play a key role in decisions regarding HR, workshop resources, and organisation

Site Management:

Conduct site visits to assess work requirements Measure and survey existing structures (with support from the team) Meet clients and professionals to discuss and resolve project issues Organise and oversee setting-out for oak frame installation Develop method statements and risk assessments Plan tools, equipment, and consumables for each phase of work Oversee site works, ensuring safe and efficient progress Check accuracy and quality of installations

Why Join Us?

We are passionate about traditional craftsmanship and creating high-quality, lasting structures.
If you share our enthusiasm -- even if you are not yet experienced in oak framing -- we are committed to providing training and development.

This is an opportunity to become a core part of a respected and growing company. A committed and effective individual can expect to quickly take on an influential role within the organisation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person