About the Role
Our client based in Johannesburg Sandton Area is looking for a Joiner to construct, install, repair and maintain stone structures and finishes in accordance with construction drawings, project specifications, quality standards and health and safety requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant carpentry or joinery trade qualification, certificate or equivalent practical experience.
- Proven experience in joinery manufacturing, installation and finishing.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and joinery specifications.
- Knowledge of timber types, wood-based boards, fittings, adhesives and finishing materials.
- Experience operating woodworking machinery and using hand and power tools.
- Understanding of installation tolerances, accurate setting-out and quality control.
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety procedures.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Read and interpret technical drawings, joinery details, plans and specifications.
- Measure, mark, cut and shape timber, plywood, MDF, veneers and other materials accurately.
- Manufacture and assemble doors, door frames, window frames, cabinets, cupboards, shelving, counters and other joinery items.
- Install and fit doors, frames, skirting boards, architraves, mouldings, panelling and other timber components.
- Install built-in cupboards, kitchen units, wardrobes and custom-made furniture where required.
- Use hand tools, power tools and woodworking machinery safely and correctly.
- Select suitable materials, fixings, adhesives and finishes for each task.
- Ensure all joinery components are correctly aligned, level, square and securely fitted.
- Carry out repairs, adjustments and maintenance to existing woodwork and fittings.
- Sand, prepare and finish surfaces to the required standard before painting, sealing or varnishing.
- Check completed work for defects and rectify any issues to meet project quality requirements.
- Take accurate measurements on site and confirm dimensions before manufacturing or installation.
- Calculate material requirements and minimise wastage.
- Maintain tools, equipment and machinery in good working condition.
- Keep the workshop and work areas clean, organised and free from hazards.
- Coordinate with other trades to ensure installations are completed in the correct sequence.
- Report work progress, material shortages, defects and technical problems to the Site Supervisor.
- Comply with company procedures, project deadlines and occupational health and safety requirements.