Job Description

Role Overview
In a Nutshell...
Vistry Works is a leader in modern methods of construction, delivering high-quality prefabricated components that support the UK's housing sector.
As part of our expanding operations, we're looking for a Joinery Foreman / Supervisor to oversee the production of our prefabricated floor panels for new build homes from our flagship factory in Coalville, Leicestershire.
This is a hands-on leadership role within our manufacturing facility, supervising a team of semi-skilled operatives on the PM shift between 14:00 - 22:30 Monday - Thursday and 14:00 - 20:00 on a Friday. You'll be responsible for ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality production of floor panel systems, while maintaining workflow and supporting team development.
Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you...

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits...

In return, what we would like from you...

• Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Experience in joinery or timber frame manufacturing, ideally in a supervisory role
• Strong leadership and communication skills, especially with semi-skilled teams
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement
• Commitment to safety, quality, and team development
• NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry & Joinery or equivalent (preferred)

More about the Joinery Foreman role...

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities on the PM shift
• Lead a team of semi-skilled operatives, providing guidance and support
• Ensure all work meets technical specifications and quality standards
• Interpret production drawings and panel layouts accurately
• Monitor output and ensure production targets are met
• Maintain a safe and organised working environment, enforcing H&S procedures
• Identify training needs and support skill development within the team
• Collaborate with production managers and quality teams to resolve issues and improve processes

Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us...
We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.
Join us in making Vistry.
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