Bench Joiner

Written By Lauren Groves

Unusual Projects undertake a wide range of bespoke, creative projects predominately in the museums, heritage, science centre and arts sector. The position requires a minimum of 5 years experience within a similar area and market. Our Joiner needs to be methodical, well organised with excellent attention to detail and expert knowledge of manufacturing materials, promote health & safety, have high quality standards and the ability to read from drawings.

In your role as Bench Joiner you will, in no particular order:

  • Report and provide support to the Head Joiner

  • Work to the hours and programme supplied by the Operations Manager

  • Undertake works on site, which may require travel away from home

  • Identify and report to the Operations Manager areas of change throughout the project which may affect costs and programme

  • The build of Joinery exhibits including the manufacture and testing of prototypes.

  • Ensure the exhibit meets Unusual Projects high quality standards

  • Diligent approach to Health & Safety

  • Ensure the housekeeping standards are maintained and that waste is controlled and disposed of properly

 As an Joiner with Unusual Projects you will need:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to undertake site work both in the UK and Abroad

  • Ability to read detailed drawings and plans

  • Previous experience working in a busy workshop with excellent knowledge of most Woodworking Machinery and equipment

  • Knowledge of different materials including most sheet products/laminates/hard woods/Solid Surface and adhesives

  • The ability to solve problems and make decisions using your own initiative

  • Be efficient, detail and quality minded, hardworking, flexible and responsible with a positive working attitude

  • Commercially minded throughout the exhibit build

  • Be a team player – support all departments in a collaborative manner

  • Ability to work to programme and deadlines

  • A full UK driving licence

Working Hours

  • 0830 – 1730 Monday to Friday (40 pw)

  • Core Hours 0900 – 1600

  • Breaks 1030 & 1500 Paid (15 mins)

  • 1230 Unpaid (30 mins)


Holiday

  • Year One – 22 Days

  • Start of Year Two – 25 Days

  • End of Year Five– 28 Days


Location

Unit G10, Elvington Industrial Estate, Elvington, York YO41 4AR

Please apply by sending you CV and cover letter to hello@unusualprojects.uk

Lauren Groves
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