1st & 2nd Fix Carpenters (Minimum 2 years experience)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Greendown Shepherd Huts is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of hand-crafted huts. From our Somerset assembly site, we design, build and deliver a range of bespoke living solutions for outdoor spaces. Each hut is beautifully engineered to the highest specification, with sustainability and quality at the forefront of our manufacturing process.
Established in 2016, this family business in the heart of Somerset has built a reputation for quality, craftsmanship and aesthetic designs that has elevated the business to its current position as a market leading brand, supplying beautiful huts to land owners and businesses across the UK.
About the role:
The carpentry and joinery roles are an integral part of the production process at our Somerset manufacturing site. Craftsmanship and high-quality finishes make our huts very special and maintaining high standards are essential.
You’ll be working from CAD drawings, following bespoke specification plans for each hut. You’ll be liaising with the Production Manager and General Manager to ensure every detail is accurate and as per the specification outlined on each drawing.
You’ll work as part of a team communicating during the production process. 1st& 2nd Fix requirements include constructing external and internal frames and fixing to the main chassis. You’ll be responsible for the installation of stud walls, flooring and roof joists. Other duties include hanging doors, installation of windows, kitchens, bathrooms and cabinets including bench joinery.
Your typical day will be fast moving - managing the production flow and ensuring all work meets the required standard that is synonymous with a quality brand, that is Greendown Shepherd Huts.
About You:
You’ll be upbeat, customer focussed and understand the need to deliver great products and service to our customers on time. You’ll be a team player and a good communicator who takes great pride in craftsmanship and the production of beautifully finished products.
You must be an experienced carpenter or joiner who understands bespoke craftsmanship and be prepared to work closely with the rest of the manufacturing team. You’ll also work independently, using initiative, making the right decisions to meet deadlines and keep the production process on track.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to £14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bristol: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 15/02/2023
Reference ID: GSH 1/2
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for 1st & 2nd Fix Carpenters (Minimum 2 years experience) roles across Greendown Shepherd Huts LTD's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £15 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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