Fabricator (Wood) with site carpentry experience
| Posting date: | 08 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,264 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Dependent on experience, plus paid overtime and increased rate for site working outside London |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 July 2025 |
| Location: | London, UK |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Weber Industries |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Summary:
We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic maker with experience of cabinetmaking and/or site carpentry to join our team as a permanent employee in the role of Fabricator (Wood). You will play a key role in our studio and on-site team—taking a lead on delivering bespoke projects at a range of scales, from structural timber to fine joinery.
About the company:
Weber Industries is an award-winning bespoke fabrication studio based in south-east London. We work with architects, artists, designers and private clients to realise a diverse range of projects: from residential interiors and modular architecture, to unique objects for creative and commercial settings.
At Weber Industries, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional craftsmanship and innovative designs to our clients. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where each person is valued for the unique skills and experience they bring to our diverse team.
About the role:
Fabricator (Wood) is a varied and dynamic role, with responsibility for the assembly, fabrication and installation of a range of projects: from furniture to architectural features and timber structures. You will work in the studio and on site, ensuring excellent standards of quality and precision while meeting the demands of a fast-paced environment. You will bring experience of cabinetmaking and/or site carpentry, with specialist skills in structural woodwork and installation, and a high level of attention to detail.
Key tasks
• Work as part of our team in the studio to fabricate projects in a range of materials, using traditional craft and digital fabrication methodologies
• Work as part of our team to install projects on site (in London and elsewhere in the UK)
• Take a mindful approach to work: mitigating risk, maximising efficiency and minimising wastage.
• Work independently to maintain high standards of production output to meet project deadlines
• Work confidently from fabrication drawings
• Communicate with team to manage workflow and project updates
• Bring knowledge of materials and processes relevant to bench joinery and cabinetmaking
• Bring knowledge of specialist finishes relevant to hard and soft woods, veneers, and other solid surface materials
• Prepare materials and manage cutting lists
• Manage consumables and maintenance for equipment in the wood workshop, ensuring you are set up to deliver the best quality finish
• Work confidently and competently with other machinery, equipment, tools and materials
• Ensure you are equipped and prepared for work in the studio or on-site, including maintaining a personal tool kit relevant to your role
• Ensure your works are undertaken in accordance with the company’s health and safety policy, relevant RAMS, and standard operating procedures
• Maintain a clean and safe working area, with responsibility for ensuring your works are undertaken with care and consideration
• Manage your time effectively to ensure the team works together to meet project deadlines
• Foster good working relationships within the team, engendering a collaborative and supportive working environment
• Report to Operations Manager, Technical Manager, Production Manager and Site Supervisor
• Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times
Key requirements:
• Minimum of 3 years’ professional experience as a cabinetmaker and/or site carpenter (essential)
• Experience with structural woodwork and installation (essential)
• Experience working on site in a construction environment (essential)
• Ability to work from fabrication drawings (essential)
• Strong technical aptitude and attention to detail (essential)
• Understanding of material properties and their appropriate fabrication methodologies (essential)
• Experience with machinery, equipment and tools for general fabrication (essential)
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and best practice for compliance (essential)
• Reliable and responsible attitude to work (essential)
• Strong verbal, interpersonal and comprehension skills (essential)
• Right to work in the UK without restrictions (essential)
• Current CSCS card, or equivalent qualification (desirable)
• Other relevant professional training (First Aid, Fire Safety, PASMA, IPAF etc.) (desirable)
Make your application:
If you are passionate about your craft and met the key requirements, we welcome your application!
• Find out more about this position and other vacancies on our website (including full Job Descriptions): https://weberindustries.com/notice/070725/fabricator-wood
• Send us your portfolio and a CV (including two references) to Anna Bunting-Branch (Administrator) at anna@weberindustries.com (using the subject line: "Fabricator (Wood) Application")
• Successful applicants will be selected based on an interview (including skill test) and a paid trial period
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MONDAY 28 JULY 2025
We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic maker with experience of cabinetmaking and/or site carpentry to join our team as a permanent employee in the role of Fabricator (Wood). You will play a key role in our studio and on-site team—taking a lead on delivering bespoke projects at a range of scales, from structural timber to fine joinery.
About the company:
Weber Industries is an award-winning bespoke fabrication studio based in south-east London. We work with architects, artists, designers and private clients to realise a diverse range of projects: from residential interiors and modular architecture, to unique objects for creative and commercial settings.
At Weber Industries, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional craftsmanship and innovative designs to our clients. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where each person is valued for the unique skills and experience they bring to our diverse team.
About the role:
Fabricator (Wood) is a varied and dynamic role, with responsibility for the assembly, fabrication and installation of a range of projects: from furniture to architectural features and timber structures. You will work in the studio and on site, ensuring excellent standards of quality and precision while meeting the demands of a fast-paced environment. You will bring experience of cabinetmaking and/or site carpentry, with specialist skills in structural woodwork and installation, and a high level of attention to detail.
Key tasks
• Work as part of our team in the studio to fabricate projects in a range of materials, using traditional craft and digital fabrication methodologies
• Work as part of our team to install projects on site (in London and elsewhere in the UK)
• Take a mindful approach to work: mitigating risk, maximising efficiency and minimising wastage.
• Work independently to maintain high standards of production output to meet project deadlines
• Work confidently from fabrication drawings
• Communicate with team to manage workflow and project updates
• Bring knowledge of materials and processes relevant to bench joinery and cabinetmaking
• Bring knowledge of specialist finishes relevant to hard and soft woods, veneers, and other solid surface materials
• Prepare materials and manage cutting lists
• Manage consumables and maintenance for equipment in the wood workshop, ensuring you are set up to deliver the best quality finish
• Work confidently and competently with other machinery, equipment, tools and materials
• Ensure you are equipped and prepared for work in the studio or on-site, including maintaining a personal tool kit relevant to your role
• Ensure your works are undertaken in accordance with the company’s health and safety policy, relevant RAMS, and standard operating procedures
• Maintain a clean and safe working area, with responsibility for ensuring your works are undertaken with care and consideration
• Manage your time effectively to ensure the team works together to meet project deadlines
• Foster good working relationships within the team, engendering a collaborative and supportive working environment
• Report to Operations Manager, Technical Manager, Production Manager and Site Supervisor
• Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times
Key requirements:
• Minimum of 3 years’ professional experience as a cabinetmaker and/or site carpenter (essential)
• Experience with structural woodwork and installation (essential)
• Experience working on site in a construction environment (essential)
• Ability to work from fabrication drawings (essential)
• Strong technical aptitude and attention to detail (essential)
• Understanding of material properties and their appropriate fabrication methodologies (essential)
• Experience with machinery, equipment and tools for general fabrication (essential)
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and best practice for compliance (essential)
• Reliable and responsible attitude to work (essential)
• Strong verbal, interpersonal and comprehension skills (essential)
• Right to work in the UK without restrictions (essential)
• Current CSCS card, or equivalent qualification (desirable)
• Other relevant professional training (First Aid, Fire Safety, PASMA, IPAF etc.) (desirable)
Make your application:
If you are passionate about your craft and met the key requirements, we welcome your application!
• Find out more about this position and other vacancies on our website (including full Job Descriptions): https://weberindustries.com/notice/070725/fabricator-wood
• Send us your portfolio and a CV (including two references) to Anna Bunting-Branch (Administrator) at anna@weberindustries.com (using the subject line: "Fabricator (Wood) Application")
• Successful applicants will be selected based on an interview (including skill test) and a paid trial period
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MONDAY 28 JULY 2025