Upholsterer in Basildon

Location: Basildon
Salary: £41,500 per annum (£18.80 per hour)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm + overtime

A leading fit-out company based in Basildon is looking for an experienced Upholsterer / Re-upholsterer to join its established team in a state-of-the-art facility.  Working on prestigious projects for some of London’s biggest names, this is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional with knowledge of modern and traditional upholstery techniques.

• £41,500 annual salary.

• Overtime opportunities.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (3 days allocated to Christmas shut-down).

• Auto-enrolment pension.

• Death-in-service benefit (4x annual salary).

• Simplyhealth cash plan after probation.

Key Responsibilities

• Strip, repair and prepare furniture for re-upholstery.

• Measure, template and cut fabrics and leather.

• Prepare frames, shape foam and fit springs and webbing.

• Apply piping, buttons, decorative studs and finishing details.

• Read and follow technical drawings and production specifications.

• Maintain high-quality standards and report production issues.

• Support colleagues and assist with occasional site installations.

• Previous upholstery or re-upholstery experience.

• Knowledge of modern and traditional techniques.

• City & Guilds qualification or equivalent preferred.

• Experience working with fabrics, leather and furniture frames.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings.

• Excellent attention to detail and quality standards.

• Cutting and sewing experience advantageous.

• Positive, flexible and reliable team player.

Apply today to join a prestigious fit-out business and develop your career in furniture upholstery.

Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this role.