Carpenter

Business Unit / Division:
Tsebo Facilities Solutions

Job Type Classification:
Full Time

Location - Town / City:
Johannesburg

About Us:
Tsebo Facilities Solutions is looking for a Carpenter to create, maintain, restore, and repair high-quality wooden fixtures, furniture, fittings, and architectural features across the property. The role combines advanced carpentry expertise with specialist French polishing and wood finishing skills to ensure that all guest and public areas meet the highest aesthetic, safety, and operational standards. As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity. We specialise in Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, Remote Camps, and more. Developing our people – the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients’ needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.

Duties & Responsibilities:
French Polishing & Wood Finishing Restore and maintain antique, bespoke, and contemporary wooden furniture and fittings. Apply French polish, shellac, stains, lacquers, varnishes, oils, and waxes to achieve premium finishes. Repair scratches, watermarks, burns, dents, chips, and other surface imperfections. Match wood grain, colour, and finish to ensure seamless restoration work. Maintain the appearance and longevity of all wooden assets throughout the property. Carpentry & Structural Maintenance Design, manufacture, install, and repair wooden structures, cabinetry, shelving, doors, frames, and fixtures. Repair furniture and joinery components. Install and maintain locks, hinges, runners, handles, hydraulic arms, and related hardware. Conduct inspections of wooden decks, flooring, cladding, boardwalks, and balustrades. Read and interpret technical drawings, sketches, and specifications where required. Safely operate woodworking machinery and hand tools. Maintenance Operations Respond to maintenance requests within agreed service levels. Complete preventative and corrective maintenance tasks. Maintain accurate maintenance records and job cards. Monitor stock levels of timber, finishes, adhesives, and consumables. Report defects, risks, and replacement requirements proactively. Health, Safety & Compliance Comply with all Occupational Health and Safety requirements. Use personal protective equipment correctly. Handle, store, and dispose of chemicals safely. Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment. Ensure all work areas remain hazard-free and fit for use. Customer Service & Team Collaboration Work professionally and discreetly in guest-facing environments. Collaborate with Housekeeping, Operations, Interior Design, and Maintenance teams. Minimise disruption to guests and operations during maintenance activities. Uphold Tsebo service standards through quality workmanship and attention to detail.

Skills and Competencies:
Advanced carpentry and joinery skills. French polishing and wood restoration expertise. Knowledge of timber species, finishes, stains, lacquers, varnishes, and adhesives. Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools. Ability to read basic drawings and specifications. Maintenance troubleshooting and repair skills. Understanding of health and safety requirements related to woodworking and finishing operations.

Qualifications:
Qualifications Grade 12 / Matric Certificate. Trade Test Certificate in Carpentry, Joinery, Cabinet Making, Furniture Making, or a related field will be advantageous. Experience Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in carpentry, joinery, shopfitting, or furniture manufacturing. Demonstrated experience in French polishing and advanced wood restoration. Experience within hospitality, hotels, resorts, lodges, or commercial facilities is advantageous.