Description
StudioXAG creates bold spaces that tell big stories
We are a B Corp-certified creative studio in London and Amsterdam that believe in business as a force for good.
We create exciting experiences for some of the world's best known brands, telling stories that touch every corner of the globe. Luckily for us, we have a diverse team of conceptual thinkers, creative dreamers and inquisitive makers that help this happen.
They’re our core. They make us tick, inspire us, push us to be better.
Now we want to hear from you.
The Role:
StudioXAG is looking for Senior Carpenters to join the team on a permanent basis, to help us build and install the show stopping storytelling that we are famous for.
Requirements
Ideal Experience:
Recognised carpentry and joinery qualification or 10+ years of professional experience
Extensive experience in carpentry, including first fix and second fix
Precision joinery and fine finishing for bespoke builds
Skilled with traditional hand tools and modern woodworking machinery (routers, panel saws, rail saws, edge-bander, vacuum press)
Proficient in: cutting, profiling, scribing, laminating, dowelling, biscuiting, drilling, and tapping across a wide range of materials
Advanced finishing techniques such as sanding, staining, lacquering, and polishing
Strong structural understanding of timber and construction methods
Broad knowledge of solid and engineered timber, veneers, laminates, composites, and specialist materials
Experience maintaining and sharpening hand tools and power tools, with general repair and maintenance skills
Site experience on large projects with
Familiar with organised and clear working practices, including health and safety standards and good extraction practices
Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings
Strong problem-solving ability for non-standard or complex fabrication requirements
Knowledge of production processes and materials
Background in team leadership and task delegation
Understanding of low-voltage electrics and LED integration (relevant to joinery installations)
Additional fabrication skills in metalwork, sculpture, and machining
Skills & Responsibilities:
Oversee multiple projects, consulting on comprehensive plans, and timelines
Assign tasks based on team members' skill sets to ensure optimal project execution
Identify areas for improvement, conduct training sessions and mentor junior team members
Ensure the quality of all projects, providing feedback, and establishing growth plans
Ensure all projects adhere to health and safety regulations and contribute to improving practices.
Innovation and process improvement, introduce new materials and processes, aligned with company objectives
Management of own time effectively
As a senior member of staff, you will conduct yourself in a professional and proactive manner, exemplifying the core values of both the workshop team and the broader business
Benefits
Location:
From our East London studio in E10 or on-site/in-store depending on the project.
Hours:
Our workshop hours are optional: 7am - 4pm or 8am - 5pm. Overnight installations at varying hours are required on a project by project basis and overtime/TOIL is available
Some of our Benefits:
Gross profit-related annual bonus scheme
Workplace pension
22 days holiday + 3 days off for Xmas Closure + a day off for your birthday + bank holidays
0.5 paid days off per month to get inspired
All-you-can-eat YCN creative professional learning membership
Spill mental health support
Paid overtime at 1.5x hourly rate & TOIL available
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000, DOE. Please state expectations on application.
Belonging and Inclusivity at StudioXAG
StudioXAG is a business that strives for equality for all its people. Known for our storytelling, our different perspectives make us more creative than ever.
No matter who you are, you are welcome at StudioXAG.