Trainee Laser Templater | South West

Overview

Howdens is looking for a technically minded individual to join our Solid Surface Installations team as a Trainee Laser Templater. This role is suitable for someone with a strong trade background, such as a skilled fitter, or a recent graduate in engineering, construction, product design or architecture, who wants to develop practical, site-based skills with full training and upskilling provided. The position offers a clear pathway into a specialist surveying role.

If you take pride in precision, enjoy working on-site with customers, and want to build a long-term career with a forward-thinking business, we’d love to hear from you.

Field-based | Devon, Somerset & Dorset

Reports to | Solid Surface Installation Manager

In this hands-on, customer-facing role, you’ll visit customer sites to capture accurate measurements for the manufacture of bespoke solid surface worktops. This is a great opportunity to build a specialist technical career, whether you’re progressing from a trade background or applying your technical education in a real-world setting.

With structured training and ongoing support, you’ll develop the skills, confidence and technical capability needed to deliver a true “right first time” service.

• Producing accurate digital template plans in line with agreed drawing standards
• Visiting customer sites and delivering a professional, high-quality customer experience
• Recording and submitting measurements and order details accurately via our CRM system
• Assessing site conditions to support safe and successful installation
• Working closely with template support, technical and installation teams
• Maintaining high standards of quality, safety and attention to detail
• Supporting continuous improvement across safety, quality and operational efficiency

This role would suit either someone with hands-on experience in solid surface or installation work who is ready to move into a more technical surveying position, or a recent graduate with a relevant technical-focused degree who’s keen to develop practical, site-based skills.

• Experience with solid surface products, fitting or installation is desirable, but not essential
• A relevant technical qualification or degree (e.g., engineering, construction, architecture, product design or similar)
• A strong understanding of measuring, accuracy and technical detail
• Awareness of Health & Safety requirements
• Ability to understand technical drawings and specifications
• Previous experience with laser templating or CAD systems is desirable, but full training will be provided

• Technically minded with excellent attention to detail
• Confident and professional when working on-site with customers
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Organised, proactive and able to manage time effectively
• Comfortable using IT systems, including Microsoft Office
• A safety-first mindset and a genuine commitment to quality

• Structured technical training on state-of-the-art laser templating equipment, upskilling and clear career progression
• Competitive starting salary with a structured review following training completion, plus bonus and company vehicle
• Pension plan with up to 12% company contribution
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more
• Staff discount
• A supportive, friendly working environment with strong recognition and rewards

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe, making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.4 billion sales made last year.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens.

We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Trainee Laser Templater, then we are keen to hear from you.

Please note:

this position is part of our recruitment process and any adjustments for applicants can be requested by emailing  with the job title and location.