At a Glance
- Tasks: Create stunning upholstered furniture in a vibrant workshop environment.
- Company: Established furniture manufacturer in Durham with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Earn £15.00 to £16.00 per hour, rising to £17.00, plus 28 days holiday.
- Other info: Flexible start dates and a permanent, full-time role with no weekend work.
- Why this job: Join a creative team and bring furniture to life with your skills.
- Qualifications: Hands-on upholstery experience; qualifications are a bonus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 16 - 16 £ per hour.
An established furniture manufacturing business in Durham is looking to recruit two experienced Upholsterers on a full-time, permanent basis. With an hourly rate of £15.00 to £16.00 per hour rising to £17.00 for the right candidate, this is a solid opportunity for a skilled upholsterer looking for stability and competitive pay in the North East. Both positions are workshop-based in Durham, working Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00, with no weekend working required.
Whether you are an experienced production upholsterer, a trade-trained furniture upholsterer, or a skilled reupholsterer looking to move into a full-time manufacturing role, we want to hear from you.
What the Upholsterer role involves:- Producing upholstered furniture to specification in a busy production workshop.
- Working across fabric, foam, springs, frames, and a variety of upholstery materials.
- Meeting daily and weekly production targets while maintaining a quality finish.
- Working as part of a close-knit and experienced workshop team.
- Hands-on upholstery experience in a workshop, production, or self-employed capacity.
- Ability to work across different upholstery styles and materials.
- A reliable, hardworking approach and good attention to detail.
- City and Guilds qualification or time-served trade experience is beneficial but not essential; practical skill is what counts.
- £15.00 to £16.00 per hour, rising to £17.00 per hour with full experience.
- Two vacancies available; start dates flexible.
- 28 days holiday including bank holidays.
- Workplace pension.
- Permanent, full-time position.
- Monday to Friday, Durham.
These Upholsterer positions are commutable from Durham, Bishop Auckland, Chester-le-Street, Newton Aycliffe, Seaham, Spennymoor, Houghton-le-Spring, and surrounding areas.
Furniture Upholsterer employer: THE TALENT BRANCH
Join a well-established furniture manufacturing business in Durham, where we prioritise a supportive work culture and employee development. Enjoy competitive pay, a stable full-time position with no weekend work, and generous holiday allowances, all while being part of a close-knit team dedicated to quality craftsmanship. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled upholsterers seeking meaningful employment in a thriving local industry.
