Vacancy: Apprentice Joiner

About the Company

Cruden Building & Renewals is an innovative construction company with operations across the West of Scotland. We have many years’ experience in delivering high quality mixed tenure housing projects for local authorities, RSLs and Co-operatives and have particular expertise in the field of regeneration. Whilst this remains our core area of business, our portfolio extends to private housing marketed under the Cruden Homes brand, along with non-residential projects such as offices and primary care facilities. A forward thinking and progressive business, we directly employ more than 300 operatives and staff and achieve an annual turnover in the region of £70-80 million, which is derived from framework and partnering agreements, competitive tendering and negotiations. Key to our continued growth and success is our commitment to pioneering construction technologies and integrated management systems, which ensure we can consistently operate highly efficient working practices resulting in project delivery on time and on budget.

Job Description

As an apprentice you will be employed throughout your training, both at college and on site. The college attendance will be block or day release then applying these skills and gaining further practical experience on site. All entries at college and site must be entered into your Log Book which has to be successfully completed to a high authorised standard. On completion of training you will be graded as a fully trained joiner. Throughout your apprenticeship you will work alongside a qualified Joiner to learn Installation of the following on designated sites: • wooden fixtures & fittings • floor joists and floorboards • kitchen and bathroom units • doors and window frames • roof trusses and wall partitions You will Work under direction of an experienced trades person to learn the process of understanding drawings and work in accordance with specifications and work as part of a team and use materials safely

Key Responsibilities

You will be required to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding on site and in College of all aspects of joinery. Ensure Health and Safety requirements are met.

Experience and Knowledge

No experience is necessary but some knowledge of construction is desirable

Key Skills

Literacy & Numeracy test to be carried out prior to Interview. Must be reliable diligent and punctual.

Education, Qualifications and Training

No minimum qualifications required as all training will be provided on site and in College.