Job Description:

Job Title: Lead Carpenter

Job Reference: DM 47100

Location: East Grinstead

Salary/ Day Rate: £200 - £250 per day (DOE) - PAYE option available (rate to be discussed)

Our client is a high-end bespoke main contractor based in East Grinstead, specialising in luxury residential construction, complex refurbishments, and sensitive heritage projects across the South East.

They are seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to join their established team, delivering a diverse portfolio of design-led, traditionally crafted projects typically ranging from £100k to

£1m in value. The work includes high-spec new builds, intricate refurbishments, and restoration schemes where precision, craftsmanship, and finish quality are critical.

All projects are located within approximately one hour of East Grinstead, providing a strong pipeline of local, repeat high-end work.

This role is available on either a self-employed or PAYE basis, with strong long-term continuity for the right individual.

The successful candidate must come from a strong carpentry background, with proven experience delivering high-end residential or heritage projects where attention to detail and finish is non-negotiable.

Lead Carpenter Position Remuneration

• £200 - £250 per day (DOE)
• PAYE option available (rate to be discussed)
• Company van provided
• Long-term pipeline of high-end, locally based projects
• Further benefits can be discussed

Lead Carpenter Position Overview

• Working for a reputable high-end bespoke main contractor based in East Grinstead
• Projects ranging from £100k to £1m, including luxury new builds, refurbishments, and heritage schemes
• Strong focus on traditional craftsmanship and premium finishes
• Option to work PAYE or self-employed
• All sites within an hour of East Grinstead
• Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager
• Long-term opportunity with a secure pipeline of prestigious work

Lead Carpenter Position Requirements

• Strong carpentry background, ideally time-served
• Proven experience on high-end residential, bespoke, or heritage projects
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification (essential)
• Full UK driving license
• Based within a commutable distance of East Grinstead
• Strong leadership capability, able to run small teams on site
• Excellent eye for detail and pride in delivering high-quality finishes

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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