Furniture Technician
Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom · Tempo pieno
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- Esperienza
- Qualsiasi
- Stipendio
- GBP 33,600 – GBP 41,370 / year
- Aperture
- 1
- Pubblicato
- 1 settimana fa
- Modalità di lavoro
- In ufficio
- Requisiti di ammissibilità
- Experienced furniture technicians, upholsterers, furniture repair technicians, upholstery specialists, furniture restorers, French polishers, furniture sprayers, or professionals with experience in modern furniture manufacturing, repair, or restoration.
- Riprendere
- È necessario candidarsi
Dove lavorerai
Descrizione del lavoro
Role overview
A furniture restoration business is looking for an experienced Furniture Technician / Upholsterer to support its continued expansion across the UK, Scotland, and Ireland. The role focuses on in-home inspection, repair, and restoration work, with a strong emphasis on quality service, technical skill, and customer care.
What the role involves
- Assessing upholstery and furniture items at customers’ homes and carrying out repairs where needed.
- Preparing clear written reports for both the business and its clients.
- Setting realistic expectations with customers and sharing guidance on product care and maintenance.
- Delivering a professional, friendly service that builds strong customer relationships.
Experience and background needed
The employer is seeking someone with substantial hands-on experience in domestic upholstery, furniture repair, furniture production, or restoration methods. Suitable backgrounds may also include French polishing, furniture spraying, or broader modern furniture manufacturing and restoration work.
Additional pay and working conditions
- Base salary starts at £33,600 per year.
- Estimated total annual earnings are around £37,500 to £41,370+.
- Weekend overtime is paid at £220 per day.
- One in three Saturdays or Sundays is required, with extra weekend opportunities available at the higher overtime rate.
- Performance-related bonus of up to £300 per month.
Benefits
- Company vehicle provided for work use.
- Free fuel card.
- Tools, materials, and restoration kits supplied, including leather and wood items.
- 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
- Holiday entitlement increases by 1 day per year after 2 years, up to 28 days.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Life insurance and pension package.
- Gym membership.
- Employee discount schemes.
Personal qualities
The ideal candidate should be organised, proactive, methodical, confident under pressure, and comfortable meeting tight deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills are important, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.