Carpenter Exhibitions

We are seeking a skilled Carpenter to support our team in delivering high-quality custom stands and elements for exhibitions. The ideal candidate will have experience in carpentry, a passion for events, and a desire to grow within the exhibition design industry.,

• Collaborate with the Workshop Manager, in-house creative team, and Project Managers to construct exhibition stands, counters, plinths, and other elements


• Work independently when required, ensuring tasks are completed to a high standard


• Build and finish stands on-site as needed


• Assess and repair exhibition stock and counters


• Manage material, consumables, and tool stocks in the warehouse


• Provide advice to the creative team to ensure solutions align with project budgets


• Supervise small teams of exhibition and staging crew on-site


• Manage any changes or problems that arise on-site


• Maintain a clean workshop environment, paying attention to dust levels


• Collaborate with the Workshop Manager to update equipment, processes, and creative ideas


• Act as the go-to person and manage day-to-day workshop operations


Additional Responsibilities:

• Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and techniques


• Assist in venue setup and breakdown as needed, Some work may involve travel and working on-site at exhibition venues


• Physical demands including lifting and carrying heavy materials


• Flexible Hours: The nature of event management may require working evenings, weekends, and holidays to accommodate client needs and event schedules.


• Fast-Paced Environment: The role operates in a dynamic and fast-paced event industry, requiring the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and deadlines.


• Collaborative Workspace: The employee will work closely with internal teams, clients, and vendors in a collaborative office environment.
  
  Education: Relevant carpentry qualifications or apprenticeship


• Experience: Previous experience in the events or exhibition industry as a carpenter


• Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and client-facing presentation skills, computer literacy, team player, enthusiastic with a 'Can do' attitude


• Driver's license and ability to travel to office/central London out of hours, Attention to detail


• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines


• Adaptability and flexibility


Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Quality of workmanship


• Meeting project deadlines


• Client satisfaction ratings
  
  The Whitespace Group is an industry-leading exhibition design and production company specialising in award-winning custom and modular exhibiting solutions for companies throughout the UK & Worldwide. Are you ready to be part of a dynamic company that thrives on creativity, growth, and making a real impact in the Live Events industry? Look no further- Whitespace Group is your space to shine, collaborate, and leave your mark on the events world., Whitespace Group is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal-opportunities employer based in South-West London. Our success is built upon the collective skills, experiences, and unique perspectives of our team. We value and celebrate individual differences and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered.


Whitespace Group is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.