Timber Window/Door Installer - Carpenter required
Join a team where quality counts and you're trusted to get the job done right.
We're The English Craftsman, a specialist timber joinery business known for our handcrafted double-glazed windows and doors — designed and built with care in our Trentham workshop.
We’re on the lookout for an experienced carpenter or window installer to lead our installations across the Wellington region. If you're someone who takes pride in your work, gets the details right, and thrives in a role with freedom and respect — read on.
What the job involves: Liaising with our workshop and General Manager to plan each job
Collecting bespoke timber joinery from the workshop and transporting it to site
Setting up safely and tidily – including minor scaffolding and protecting client property
Installing frames and sashes to NZ Building Code
Fitting double-glazed units into timber sashes
Mentoring an assistant installer to boost site efficiency
Using our digital job management and health & safety apps
Keeping a clean, respectful work site – clients love that about us
What we're looking for: Solid carpentry or window installation experience
Positive, can-do attitude — qualifications are less important than skill and mindset
Confidence communicating with clients and representing our brand
Tidy presentation and pride in workmanship
Ability to work independently and take the lead onsite
Why work with us?No micromanagement – we hire pros and trust them to deliver
Reputation for quality – clients love our work, and they tell us
Supportive team – we’ve got each other’s backs
Freedom to grow – bring your experience, and we’ll value it
Tired of being overlooked in your current role? Feel like your skills deserve more respect?Come talk to us.
Call or text Paul anytime over the holidays — leave a message if needed, and we’ll be in touch.