Trainee Furniture Draughtsperson

Department:
Design & Production

Location:

PO16, Fareham – Hampshire
Type:
Permanent, Full-time

The company

Parkway is a leading British furniture manufacturer, with over 20 years specialising in ultra-luxury bespoke furniture for exclusive superyachts and high-end residential projects, working with leading design studios and interior professionals worldwide.

Based in Hampshire, our extensive manufacturing operations are spread over two sites, including our new 30,000sq ft centre of excellence and specialist finishes workshops.

Our highly skilled craftspeople, artisans and technical designers work on award winning and iconic projects. Producing the highest calibre of unique yacht furniture and exquisite cabinetry, through to luxury upholstery and high-end interior joinery, we provide seamless installations of the finest exterior and interior furniture found across the globe.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Draughts person to join our team on varied bespoke furniture projects, predominantly interior and exterior superyacht furniture, super-prime residential cabinetry and fitted joinery for some of the world’s most discerning clients.

Working closely with our projects team, you will be producing detailed technical manufacturing drawings in Solidworks, from initial concept drawings and designs.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2yrs experience as a Cabinet Maker, or a working knowledge of traditional and modern construction processes, with relevant experience in bespoke luxury cabinetry and high-end joinery drawings in Solidworks for manufacture.

This is a highly rewarding role to be part of a unique artisan team delivering the very best in bespoke British luxury furniture.

Main Duties

• Design and development of initial customer drawings for client approvals, through to full manufacturing detailed drawings for CNC and workshop departments.
• Liaise with key suppliers as part of sourcing and coordinating products, components, and materials as part of the order fulfilment.
• Liaising with key departments of any updates and changes where necessary, whilst monitoring projects with the workshop teams regularly.
• Maintain daily organisation of files and documents, both digital and hard copy.
• Hands-on approach to all aspects of the role.
• Implementation of good housekeeping.
• Some site survey and internal project management with the workshops and procurement teams may be required.

Skills & Experience required.

• Highly skilled and competent in Solidworks, AutoCAD 2D, 3D.
• Able to communicate visual and construction details with both workshops and clients.
• Previous experience in bespoke luxury joinery and high-end furniture is essential.
• Excellent time keeping and ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate a desire for self-improvement and enthusiasm to learn new skills.
• Flexible and ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
• Excellent computer and administration skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Enhanced holiday with service.
• 28days holidays (including bank holidays), with an additional 5 days accrued holiday after time served service and paid birthday leave.
• Free on-site parking
• Free healthy snacks and refreshments
• Regular Social events

We offer excellent packages, with a generous benefits scheme, flexible working hours, training and career development to make the most of individual talents.

If you are ambitious and looking for excellent career opportunities with an exciting and passionate company, please send us your CV and a cover letter to