Job Description

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 and 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

THE COMPANY

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.

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

Find out more visit

ahhargreaves.com

APPLICATION

Please apply through Indeed and also send a copy of your CV and Covering Letter.

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

Any questions or further information please email office@ahhargreaves.com

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed-term

Application deadline:

Noon on Monday 30th June 2025

Reference ID: AH001256/1

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 42 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Company car Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/06/2025