Bench Joiner / Cabinet Maker

Location: Bethnal Green, East London

Role: Full-time

Level: Experienced

Salary: From £185 per day, based on experience

About Us

East JR is a design, build and bespoke joinery studio based in East London.

We bring interior design, technical development, construction and bespoke manufacture together under one roof. Our in-house studio and workshop allow us to develop ambitious projects with a clear understanding of design, cost, buildability and delivery from the outset. 

The company has grown significantly over the past few years, with an increasing portfolio of hospitality, commercial and residential projects. We are now looking for an experienced Bench Joiner/Cabinet Maker to become a key part of the team responsible for developing and delivering our bespoke joinery. 

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Bench / Cabinet Maker to join our workshop team. You will take projects from technical drawings through to manufacture and installation, working both in the workshop and on site.

The work is varied and design-led. We are looking for someone who combines strong practical making skills with care, accuracy and the confidence to take responsibility for the quality of their own work.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Manufacture high-quality bespoke joinery, cabinetry and furniture from technical drawings

•  Set out, machine, assemble and finish work accurately and efficiently

•  Work confidently with sheet materials, solid timber, veneers, laminates, hardware and specialist finishes

•  Read and interpret technical drawings, dimensions and specifications

•  Identify practical issues early and work with the wider team to resolve construction details

•  Prepare work for installation and carry out fitting on site where required

•  Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety and workshop organisation

About You:

•  Minimum of five years of professional experience as a bench joiner, cabinet maker, furniture maker or in a closely related role

•  Strong practical knowledge of bespoke joinery and cabinet construction

•  The ability to read and work accurately from technical drawings

•  Confidence using workshop machinery and hand tools safely and efficiently

•  A good understanding of materials, hardware, fixings and finishing methods

•  High standards of accuracy, workmanship and attention to detail

•  The ability to work independently while communicating clearly with designers, production managers and other makers

What We Offer:

•  A varied pipeline of high-quality residential, hospitality, retail and workspace projects

•  An established East London workshop with an experienced team of makers

•  Close collaboration with interior designers, architects, technical designers and project managers

•  A working environment where design quality and manufacturing quality are equally important

•  The opportunity to build both fitted joinery and more unusual one-off pieces

How to Apply:

Please email projects@eastjr.co.uk with your CV and a short introduction outlining your experience and the type of joinery or furniture you have worked on. Examples or photographs of previous work are very welcome.

Location: Bethnal Green, East London / sites across London

Role: Full-time

Level: Experienced

Salary: From £180 per day, based on experience

About Us

East JR is a design, build and bespoke joinery studio based in East London.

We bring interior design, technical development, construction and bespoke manufacture together under one roof. Our in-house studio and workshop allow us to develop ambitious projects with a clear understanding of design, cost, buildability and delivery from the outset. 

The company has grown significantly over the past few years, with an increasing portfolio of hospitality, commercial and residential projects. We are now looking for an experienced Site Carpenter to become a key part of the team responsible for developing and delivering our bespoke joinery.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Site Carpenter to join our team, working across first and second fix carpentry on high-quality residential and commercial projects.

This role suits someone who cares about the finish, not just the speed. You will be expected to work accurately, solve practical site problems and take pride in leaving work properly finished, while staying flexible enough to help with demolition, making good, labouring or other site tasks when the project needs it.

Key Responsibilities

•  Carry out first and second fix carpentry across residential, hospitality, retail and workspace projects

•  Install doors, linings, skirtings, architraves, timberwork, fitted elements and other site carpentry accurately

•  Read and work confidently from drawings, dimensions and site information

•  Set out work carefully and maintain a consistently high standard of finish

•  Identify site issues early and work with project managers, designers and other trades to resolve them

•  Support installation of bespoke joinery and other project elements where required

•  Work flexibly across demolition, making good, labouring and general site tasks when needed to keep projects moving

About You

•  Around five years of relevant carpentry or closely related site experience

•  Strong first and second fix carpentry skills, ideally gained on high-end residential or commercial projects

•  A detail-focused approach and genuine pride in the quality and finish of your work

•  The ability to work independently, solve practical problems and communicate clearly with the wider project team

•  A flexible attitude and willingness to help with the wider site workload when required

•  A CSCS card is preferable, although training can be provided for the right person

•  Transferable backgrounds such as set building, exhibition build or high-quality fit-out are welcome where the practical skills and standards are strong

What We Offer

•  A varied pipeline of high-quality residential, hospitality, retail and workspace projects

•  An established East London workshop with an experienced team of makers

•  The opportunity to work alongside our in-house designers, project managers, workshop and installation teams

•  A working environment where design quality and manufacturing quality are equally important

•  A role with variety across detailed finishing, bespoke installation and broader site work

How to Apply

Please email projects@eastjr.co.uk your CV and a short introduction outlining your experience and the types of projects you have worked on. Examples or photographs of previous work are very welcome.