Wood Machinist

Job Description:

Pay: £23 per hour (depending on experience)
Full Time – Permanent | 40 Hours per Week (Monday–Friday) | Overtime Available

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Wood Machinist / Carpenter to join a busy fabrication and production workshop specialising in the manufacture of exhibition stands, event structures, branded environments, and bespoke installations.

Working as part of a skilled fabrication team, you will play a key role in producing high‑quality components and structures used in exhibitions, roadshows, and live events across the UK.

This is a varied hands‑on role combining CNC machining, woodworking, CAD preparation, and practical workshop fabrication.

• Operating and programming CNC routers to produce precision components

• Preparing and editing CAD drawings (AutoCAD or similar) for production

• Creating toolpaths using VCarve / Vectric software

• Cutting sheet materials including MDF, plywood, laminates, and composite boards

• Assisting with the construction of exhibition stands, cabinets, and bespoke display structures

• Fabricating and assembling components for roadshow units and event installations

• Supporting the repair, refurbishment, and maintenance of event assets and display equipment

• Working with the workshop team to ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard

• Maintaining workshop machinery and ensuring safe working practices are followed

• Previous experience as a wood machinist, carpenter, or operating a CNC router

• Ability to read and produce CAD drawings

• Experience using VCarve / Vectric software

• Strong woodworking, joinery, or fabrication skills

• Ability to work from technical drawings and design briefs

• Strong practical problem-solving ability

• Good attention to detail and quality standards

• Background in exhibition stand building or event production

• Cabinet making or bespoke furniture manufacturing experience

• Experience operating workshop machinery such as panel saws, edge banders, or routers

• Experience working with bespoke or one-off fabrication projects

• Permanent full‑time position

• Pay: £23 per hour (depending on experience)

• Overtime opportunities available

• Opportunity to work on high-profile exhibition and event projects

• Friendly and collaborative workshop environment

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