Leading Joiner, Cabinet maker – Napier
About the Role
You’ll be running the joinery side alongside the owner, taking projects from brief to build. Some days you’ll be head-down in the workshop. Others, you’ll be on-site for installs. And over time, you’ll help lead the team — including mentoring an apprentice if that’s your thing.
This isn’t just a chippy’s gig. It’s a chance to shape how a great workshop runs.We want someone who can see the big picture, keep jobs moving, and take pride in what leaves the floor. You’ll have flexibility around time off, the option for a 4-day week, and the respect that comes with doing good work, consistently.
What We’re Looking For
You know your way around a bench and have proper experience building cabinetry from scratch. You’re calm under pressure, make smart calls without drama, and can hold a standard without losing your cool.
You’ll likely:- Have solid cabinetmaking experience across kitchens, wardrobes, vanities, and more
- Be sharp on reading plans, measuring twice, and cutting once
- Handle both workshop and site with confidence
- Be the kind of person who leads by example, not ego
- Want to pass on what you know to help the team grow
Bonus if you’ve dabbled in CAD or know your way around layout software — but that’s not essential.
What is essential: You turn up, deliver, and work well with others. No egos. No passengers.
Is This You?You want to lead, but not through spreadsheets and meetings. You take pride in what you build and how you work. You’re not just looking for another job — you’re looking for the right shop, with the right people.
If that’s you, let’s talk.