Furniture Maker/Joiner
Role details
Location: Bruton
Hours of Work: Full-Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Hourly rate of pay: Excellent rates dependent on experience
About Longpré
Bespoke furniture makers, Longpré, founded in 1990 by master cabinet maker Paul Longpré and designer Helen Moyers, are based in the centre of the historic town of Bruton, Somerset. As bespoke craftspeople, we create the finest free standing and fitted furniture to individual specification for many of the world's most prestigious residential and commercial addresses.
Longpré is a family-run, people-centred company, with a talented team of 40 craftspeople and industry professionals. Alongside our passion for creating beautiful handmade furniture, lies a strong commitment to creating a progressive organisation, we consider everyone's contribution to be of equal value and regard everyone's opinion to be of equal importance. We believe that the business community should take a leading role in securing a sustainable world for future generations and at Longpré we are determined to play our part.
Role summary
With an expanding portfolio of international commissions within the luxury interiors sector, we have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated furniture maker/joiner to join our talented team of bespoke craftspeople as we grow our company to the next level.
If you are looking for a new challenge and enjoy working in a creative, dynamic environment as a valued member of an innovative and progressive team, we would very much like to hear from you.
Skills and attributes
Technical knowledge of bespoke furniture construction techniques.
Good hand and machinery skills.
A keen eye for detail and ability to work to precise tolerances.
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
Flexible approach to work patterns to meet production deadlines.
Good Health & Safety awareness with an ability to carry out manual handling duties.
Why join Longpré
Interesting and varied projects within the luxury interiors sector.
Great location in the centre of the historic town of Bruton, Somerset with free parking.
Career and personal progression programme.
Overseas travel opportunities to some of the world's most prestigious locations.
23 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays.
Gifted day off for birthday.
Working hours Monday – Friday with flexibility. Enhanced overtime rates.
Company social events calendar.
Company pension scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured, offering health and wellbeing support to employees and immediate family members.
Occupational health checks.
Equal opportunities
Longpré is a family-owned, equal opportunities company, welcoming and encouraging applications from candidates from all backgrounds and identities. As a team-focused organisation, we endeavour to create a working environment in which everyone feels valued.
For further details, please send your CV and covering letter to
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person