16/12/2022
We’re hiring: Bench Joiner
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)
Remuneration
- Pay Scale – Production 1 – 10 (£25,000 – £45,000)
- PDS £30 per day
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

