Carpenter
Location: SW19 2QA, office based, five days per week
Salary: £35,000–£40,000 per annum
Benefits: Private health and wellbeing cash plan

Department: Custom
Reporting to: Head of Custom

About the role

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Carpenter to support the delivery of high-quality custom exhibition stands and bespoke build elements. This is a hands-on role based in our South West London workshop, with occasional on-site work at exhibition venues.

You will work closely with the Workshop Manager, creative team and Project Managers to build, finish and install custom structures to a high standard. The role suits someone who takes pride in their workmanship, works well independently, and is comfortable supporting live event delivery when required.

Key responsibilities

• Build custom exhibition stands, counters, plinths and bespoke elements

• Support on-site builds, installations and breakdowns when required

• Read and work from technical drawings and build documentation

• Assess, repair and maintain exhibition stock and counters

• Manage materials, consumables and tools within the workshop

• Provide practical build input to support design solutions and budgets

• Supervise small build teams on-site where required

• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop environment

• Support improvements to workshop processes and equipment

Skills and experience

• Relevant carpentry qualification or apprenticeship

• Previous experience in exhibitions, events, set build or similar

• Confident use of hand and power tools

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Full UK driving licence and flexibility for occasional out-of-hours work

Working conditions

• Office and workshop based in SW19

• Some travel and on-site work at exhibition venues

• Physical role involving lifting and manual handling

• Occasional evenings and weekends during busy periods

How to apply

Applications are accepted via our careers page:
https://skylinewhitespace.teamtailor.com/#jobs

No recruitment agencies please.

Whitespace Group is an equal opportunities employer and a Circle Back Initiative Employer. We commit to responding to every applicant.