Joiner

Joiner

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Agency: Search Consultancy (Construction & Trades Division)

Payment Terms: £25.00 per hour (CIS, Weekly Pay)

Start Date: Immediate (Subject to reference and credential verification)

Position Type: Full-Time Contract

Duration: Ongoing long-term work

The Opportunity

Search Consultancy's Construction and Trades Division is currently partnering with a premier tier-one contractor to recruit a time-served, highly skilled Joiner for active projects centrally located in Newcastle upon Tyne.

This is a premium contract offering an immediate start and a consistent, ongoing run of local work across both high-volume commercial developments and busy housing sites. The project demands a tradesperson who possesses a meticulous eye for detail, a strong work ethic, and the ability to maintain exceptional production rates without compromising on quality. For a reliable, professional joiner, this position offers excellent stability and long-term continuity of work within the North East region.

Remuneration & Financials

CIS Rate: £25.00 per hour (Gross assignment rate)

Payment Frequency: Processed accurately every single Friday via our dedicated payroll desk, ensuring reliable weekly cash flow with zero hidden administrative or umbrella fees.

Comprehensive Key Responsibilities

Operating within fast-paced commercial and residential environments, your daily schedule will demand high efficiency, technical competence, and seamless collaboration with site management and other trades. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

First & Second Fix Installation: Executing high-quality first-fix tasks (including stud work, timber partitioning, roof structures, floor joists, and window frames) and precise second-fix installations (including internal doors, skirting boards, architraves, ironmongery, and kitchen fittings).

Technical Blueprint Reading: Interpreting complex engineering drawings, architectural blueprints, and specifications to measure, cut, and assemble timber components accurately on-site.

Structural Timbering: Constructing timber frameworks, partitions, and temporary structures safely and according to strict structural design layouts.

Snagging & Handover Preparation: Carrying out thorough snagging, detailed adjustments, and final touch-ups on high-end commercial finishes and housing plots prior to final client handover.

Tool & Machinery Maintenance: Operating hand tools, power tools, and site machinery (such as chop saws, routers, and drills) safely and keeping them properly maintained.

Health & Safety Compliance: Maintaining a clean, hazard-free workspace, managing materials efficiently to reduce waste, and strictly adhering to site safety guidelines.

Rigid Candidate Requirements

To maintain the high standards required on these projects, candidates must explicitly meet the following criteria prior to deployment:

Valid CSCS Card: A valid Blue (Skilled Worker) or Gold (Advanced Craft/Supervisor) CSCS card is mandatory for site access and will be verified beforehand.

Industry Experience: A proven, demonstrable track record working as a Joiner across both commercial developments and housing sites. You must be comfortable working on large-scale site footprints.

Qualifications: Time-served or relevant NVQ Level 2/3 or City & Guilds qualifications in Carpentry and Joinery.

Complete Trade Kit: Possession of a full, professional kit of both hand and 110V/cordless power tools.

Full 5-Point PPE: Ownership of standard site protective equipment (Hard hat, high-vis jacket/vest, steel toe-cap boots with adequate ankle support, protective gloves, and safety glasses).

Professional References: Ability to provide the contact details of a recent Site Manager, foreman, or supervisor who can verify your quality of finish, punctuality, and attendance.

Right to Work: Verifiable right to work within the United Kingdom.

Why Partner with Search Consultancy?

Local Stability: This contract is based entirely within the Newcastle area, offering a reliable local commute and significantly reducing your travel overheads.

Dedicated Support: You will have a direct line to a specialist construction consultant who understands your trade and actively manages your contract.

The Search Pipeline: Search is a preferred labor supplier across the North East. Subcontractors who exhibit excellent reliability, punctuality, and top-tier craftsmanship are systematically prioritized for seamless transition onto subsequent long-term commercial and housing projects in the local area as existing contracts close out

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age