bench joiners / carpenters
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are currently recruiting for further bench joiners / carpenters to join our team.
The role will involve all aspects of the production of Martek’s bespoke joinery on high profile projects within the commercial interior fit out sector.
Martek specialise in the manufacture of specialist joinery products for the prime residential, commercial office, international multiplex cinema industry and high-end sectors. The majority of our projects are based in London and cinema projects span throughout the UK and into Europe and Middle East.
Skills and experience:
- Have a proven track record in carpentry and bench joinery.
- Usual skills to include laminating
- Experience in veneering, laminating and edge banding
- Be self-motivated with excellent communication skills
- Have the ability to read drawings
- Have the ability to prioritise and plan effectively, and have good overall time management skills
- Have an knowledge of health and safety procedures
- A valid CSCS Card would be beneficial but we can assist.
- Live within a reasonable commutable distance of CR0 0AE.
Person Specification
- Conscientious
- Desire to learn and progress
- Willing to ‘get stuck in’
- Takes pride in their work
As an equal opportunities employer – IIP accredited, we will provide you with skills development and the chance to take your career to the next level.
We welcome new entrants to the UK but do require proof of entitlement to work and a basic grasp of English.
If shortlisted, part of the application process is to demonstrate your skills by assembling a piece of joinery within our workshop.
Reference ID: JOINER21
Salary: £26,000.00 to £34,000.00 /year
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Experience on bench: 2 years (Required)
Location: New Addington, Croydon (Preferred)
To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to: jobs@martek.co.uk
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 bench joiners / carpenters roles across Martek Contracts 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 £26,000 - £34,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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