Joiner

As a joiner, you're a skilled artisan who works with wood to create and install a variety of fixtures and fittings, primarily within buildings. Unlike a carpenter who often focuses on structural elements like roof trusses and floor joists, a joiner specialises in the 'joining' of timber to produce internal components such as doors, windows, staircases, cupboards, and bespoke furniture. Your day-to-day could involve everything from interpreting technical drawings and selecting appropriate timber, to precision cutting, shaping, and assembling wood pieces using a range of hand and power tools. You might work in a workshop creating custom items (bench joinery) or on a construction site installing your creations (site joinery). It requires a keen eye for detail, excellent hand-eye coordination, and a strong understanding of different timber types and woodworking techniques. Health and safety are paramount, so you'll also be responsible for maintaining a safe working environment and using machinery correctly.