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Do you have a passion for quality, craftsmanship and home furnishings? If so, we have the job for you!

A great opportunity has become available for a reliable and skilled carpenter to join our Design Team, based in IKEA Exeter. This is a permanent, full-time role.

We are looking for someone who can work with our Design team to bring our visions to life and create an exciting shopping experience for our customers.

Working as part of a team, you will be responsible for the carpentry solutions in store, you will have responsibility for prioritising and organising your work in order to make the most efficient use of time and meet agreed deadlines.

Application Closing Date: 27 July 2023.
Planned Interviews: Between 01 and 04 August 2023.

WHAT WE OFFER

• From £25,000 per annum based on experience and qualifications, which we can discuss at interview.

• 39 hours a week working 5 days out of 7, however flexibility is required. Shifts will be flexible to accommodate store projects and will include occasional night shift and weekend working. This can all be discussed at interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS
Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

• Affordable breakfast, lunch and dinner options (including free healthy meals), as well as snacks and desserts in our staff restaurant.
• 15% staff discount on all of our IKEA products and access to our Discounts Portal to help you save £100s on high street retailers.
• Free on-site co-worker parking at our IKEA store.
• We provide you with IKEA uniform, PPE and all the tools you need to work with us.
• Holiday on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, as well as an end of year present.
• A wide range of family-friendly policies and benefits, including generous annual leave.
• Commitment to your development at IKEA starting from day one.
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Portal.
• Life Assurance, enhanced statutory pension contributions, and interest free loans.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• You have previous carpentry experience gained in a commercial business, ideally retail fit-out, the construction and building industry or from exhibition installations.
• You have proven experience in carpentry and in the use of basic carpentry tools and equipment, and hold an NVQ Level 2 Qualification/Diploma in Wood Occupation - Site Carpentry.
• You have great problem solving skills, and you are a natural team player (especially when working to deadlines around the store with our many teams).

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Following work briefs agreed with colleagues to implement all store media, such as wall constructions, floor laying, painting and the building of complex furniture installations.
• Planning and ordering materials and resources, ensuring accurate costs are sought and agreed in order to maximise efficiency and minimise costs.
• Working with your colleagues to make sure the store is always in excellent shape.
• You will carry out work in relation to floor finishes (laminate and hardwood), skirting and architraves, kitchen and bathroom installations to a high showroom standard, and general carpentry where needed throughout the store.
• You ensure the timely implementation on all projects, and that work is completed to a high standard.
• You ensure all solutions are safe and secure.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE
It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life to join us, where we feel valued for our uniqueness and recognised for our diverse talents.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION
If you have any special requirements during the interview process, please let us know as soon as possible.

First step, please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.

Second step, successful candidates will receive information about the next steps via email.

Third step, if successful you will be invited to an interview.

Come see things a little differently with us and be part of creating a better everyday life for the many.

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