Carpenter/Joiner

Recruiter:

Hospitality Hire

Job Ref:

CPT000123/AW

Date posted:

Saturday, September 27, 2025

Location:

Bantry Bay, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Position: Carpenter & Joiner
4* Hotel - Bantry Bay, Cape Town

POSITION INFO:
We are seeking a skilled Carpenter & Joiner to join the hotel’s engineering and maintenance team. The successful candidate will construct, repair, and maintain furniture, fixtures, and wooden structures throughout the hotel, ensuring all joinery work meets the highest standards of quality, precision, and safety.

Critical Criteria (Requirements)

Trade qualification in Carpentry or Joinery preferred
Proven experience in furniture making, repair, and general woodwork
Knowledge of tools, machinery, and joinery techniques
Minimum 2–4 years’ experience as a Carpenter & Joiner, preferably in hotels, commercial, or industrial settings
Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship
Ability to work independently and efficiently under deadlines
Good organisational and time-management skills
Team player with effective communication skills
Must hold a valid South African ID

Key Competencies

ð¹ Technical Expertise – Skilled in constructing, repairing, and maintaining furniture, fixtures, and custom wooden structures
ð¹ Quality & Standards Focus – Ensures all joinery work meets high standards of precision, durability, and finish
ð¹ Health & Safety Compliance – Adheres to occupational health and safety regulations and safe use of tools and machinery
ð¹ Problem Solving & Efficiency – Responds promptly to repair requests and executes tasks effectively
ð¹ Team Collaboration – Works closely with the engineering and maintenance team to support hotel operations

Duties & Responsibilities

Build and repair furniture, doors, panels, and custom wooden structures
Carry out cutting, shaping, assembling, and finishing of wood components
Install and fit doors, cabinetry, shelving, and other wooden fixtures
Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on wooden fixtures and furniture
Inspect completed work to ensure quality, consistency, and durability
Maintain a clean and organised workshop and work areas
Follow all health, safety, and PPE requirements
Assist with other maintenance or construction tasks as required
Live and promote the hotel’s values of Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Accountability, Passion, and Integrity

Package on Offer

Basic salary (TBA)
50/50 contribution to Pension
Company contribution to medical aid

Important Application Notes

Must hold a valid South African ID
Only candidates with relevant Carpentry & Joinery experience will be shortlisted
Ensure your CV is 100% updated
All applicants will attend a virtual introduction interview
Recruitment aligns with the company’s Employment Equity Plan

About the President Hotel

The President Hotel is on a journey to be considered a true luxury destination.
Purpose: To create and inspire memorable experiences
Vision: To become Cape Town’s most loved hotel
Set in the heart of Bantry Bay, between Cape Town’s vibrant city life and the Atlantic Ocean, the President Hotel offers:

349 stylish rooms, suites, and apartments
Breathtaking views of the Atlantic Seaboard
A palm-lined infinity pool
World-class restaurants
State-of-the-art conference and event venues
An iconic working environment where excellence meets opportunity