At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Design Studio to create high-quality woven carpets with a blend of creativity and technical skills.
- Company: Ulster Carpets, a family-owned manufacturer with a rich heritage since 1938.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, enhanced holidays, private medical insurance, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive environment with professional development and wellbeing initiatives.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team making a real impact in the design world.
- Qualifications: Experience in design software and a passion for creative problem-solving.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
Ulster Carpets is a long-established, family-owned Northern Ireland manufacturer with a proud heritage dating back to 1938. From our base in Portadown, we manufacture high-quality woven carpets for prestigious customers across the UK and international markets.
We are seeking a technically minded and creative Design Technician to join our Design Studio in Portadown. The successful candidate will have experience in design software and the ability to work on projects from a technical perspective, while maintaining a strong understanding of creative design. The role will involve close collaboration with the Design Studio and other departments across the business.
Essential Criteria
- Experience in design software
- A project-focused approach and the ability to liaise effectively with other departments.
- The ability to demonstrate creativity.
- The ability to understand and apply technical concepts and techniques.
- Good communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.
Desirable Criteria
- A third-level design qualification or related discipline.
- A technical understanding of aspects of interior or textile design.
- Previous experience within a design, technical or manufacturing environment.
What We Offer
At Ulster Carpets, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our continued success. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for development and a comprehensive range of employee benefits. Our benefits include:
- Competitive salary
- Enhanced Holiday Entitlement
- Contributory Pension Scheme, including Salary Sacrifice
- Death in Service Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Company Sick Pay after qualifying service
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity benefits
- Paid bereavement leave
- Professional development and networking opportunities
- Long-service awards
- Corporate event opportunities
- Wellbeing initiatives
- Local charity and sponsorship activities
- Discounted gym membership
- Career progression opportunities
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 25th September 2026. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Design Technician TLNT1_NI in Armagh employer: Ulster Carpets
Ulster Carpets is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values employee well-being and professional growth. With a commitment to excellence, the company provides extensive benefits including generous annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, and opportunities for career progression, all within a family-owned environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Located in Portadown, employees enjoy excellent transport links and a range of wellbeing initiatives, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
