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Senior Catering Designer - Northamptonshire - negotiable (V04162)

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This creative Design & Build consultancy works within the food & beverage, hospitality and leisure industry. The services they provide include interior design and brand development, catering equipment design, build and interior fit out, equipment supply and installation, and project management.

They are currently seeking an experienced catering designer who is keen to challenge themselves in a creative and rewarding environment. You will be managing fellow designers to lead commercial kitchen & food service projects from concept to completion. Responsibilities will include preparing creative design solutions for both kitchen and food service areas, production of drawings, 3D visuals, schedules, technical specifications, cost management and building and maintaining client relationships.

Skills and experience sought from the Senior Catering Designer:

  • Experience within the hospitality sector and knowledge of leading catering equipment manufacturers
  • An excellent understanding of the design process including installation of equipment on site
  • Good leadership skills
  • Articulate with excellent written and verbal skills
  • Confident meeting clients and contractors
  • A good understanding of food hygiene and related sustainable design, statutory approvals (EHO, building regulations, planning & CDM2015)
  • Fluent in CAD and variety of design software


The position will be primarily office based with the opportunity of hybrid and flexible working. The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive salary package, company car, private healthcare and generous company pension scheme.

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920486125.

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Location:
Northamptonshire
Design Field:
Interior Design
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
negotiable
Benefits:
car, healthcare + pension
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Furniture CAD Designer - Shropshire - up to £36,000 (V04161)

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Our client has been designing and making bespoke furniture, antiqued mirror and specialist finishes for more than twenty years for the high-end London and international markets. They work for leading interior designers, architects and private clients all over the world. They currently have an opening for a Furniture CAD Designer with excellent technical knowledge of furniture construction to join their design team. 
 
They are seeking an individual who is a strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude. Knowledge and experience of VectorWorks is preferable but they will consider other similar CAD programmes.
 
Main duties for the Furniture CAD Designer include: 
  • Production of accurate working drawings
  • Production of design concept drawings to be used in the sales process
  • Managing and co-ordinating makers and subcontractors
  • Occasional working on-site, site surveying, fitting and construction
 
Skills and Experience needed for the Furniture CAD Designer role:
  • Strong knowledge of both furniture manufacturing techniques and materials
  • Site installation experience is desirable, as well as practical cabinet-making or bench skills
  • Min of 2 years’ experience within furniture or woodwork manufacturing 
  • Good hand-sketching ability would be helpful
  • Good problem-solving skills
In return you will be working with a very friendly team of people who love creating beautiful projects for their clients. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920486125.
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Location:
Shropshire
Design Field:
Furniture sector
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£32,000 - £36,000 per annum
Benefits:
bonus + pension
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Furniture Design Engineer - Remote - up to £45,000 (V04154)

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Our client takes pride in crafting bespoke fitted and free-standing furniture that reflects their dedication to quality craftsmanship.  As they continue to grow and push the boundaries of design, they are in search of an experienced Furniture Design Engineer to join the team.
 
The successful candidate will join a hard-working and dedicated team and will work closely with the production team to take projects from concept through completion.
 
Responsibilities of the Furniture Design Engineer:
  • Modelling complex bespoke fitted and free-standing furniture
  • Preparation of production drawings
  • Design administration and preparation of BOM (Bill of Materials)
  • Keeping job files up to date
  • Participating in production meetings
  • Continuous improvement of product and manufacturing processes
 
Key Requirements for the role of Furniture Design Engineer:
  • Highly proficient in SolidWorks
  • Experience in SWOOD is a bonus
  • Post studies experience in furniture design and manufacture
  • Positive attitude towards technology and modern manufacturing
In return they offer the choice of working remotely or hybrid, they are based in the North of England.
  • Normal working hours - 40 per week
  • Annual salary - £30K to £45K experience dependent
  • 23 days' holidays per annum plus bank holidays
 
If you are a detail-oriented Designer or Design Engineer with a passion for furniture design and manufacturing, we encourage you to apply by either sending in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com  or giving us a call on 01920 486125.
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Location:
Remote
Design Field:
Bespoke Furniture
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£30,000 - £45,000 per annum
Benefits:
pension
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Assistant Workshop Manager and Production Team - Essex - up to £30,000 (V04148)

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Our client specialises in Experiential Design, Production and Installation and are proud to count large brands and leading marketing agencies amongst their clients. Their range of services cover everything from exhibition stands, product launches and bespoke sampling stands to PR stunts, sampling bins and giant props.
 
Based near the borders of Essex and Hertfordshire, within easy reach of London, they currently have a vacancy to work within their production team. This is a hands-on role with tasks which could include: CAD drawing, carpentry, metalworking, head rigger, spray painting, scenic finishes, paint management, general production build, CAD interpretation, CNC & Laser cutter operation, vinyling, prop making, installation crewing, lead carpenter, sanding, filling & finishing.
 
The role includes development of practical skills including scenic, LX, sound and electronics and working in line with the Company sustainability policy, ensuring minimising wastage and organise off cuts of production material for use on subsequent jobs. Health & Safety compliance is essential as is quality control for all projects.
 
This position is based on set hours per week as there needs to be some flexibility as this industry often needs you to work different hours on-site dependant on the project. Salary will be £28k pa based on 40 hours per week plus BUPA and pension.
 
Skills and Experience needed from the Production Team / Assistant Workshop Manager:
  • Scenic and paint knowledge, carpentry and construction skills would be useful
  • Good time keeping and communication skills, and be able to work with an adaptable, flexible and accommodating attitude
  • Proactive with an enthusiastic, self-motivated and positive disposition and must be able to work well as part of a team
  • Strong organisational skills along with the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
  • IT competent, ideally able to use AutoCAD
  • Knowledge of CNC and Laser cutting would be useful
  • Driving licence

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920486125.

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Location:
Essex
Design Field:
Furniture
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£28,000 - £30,000 per annum
Benefits:
pension and healthcare
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Furniture Designer - Wiltshire - up to £35,000 (V04145)

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Our client is an award-winning, growing company with craft at the core of their designs. Each kitchen is hand-made to order using traditional joinery techniques and the finest materials, ensuring it is built to last a lifetime.
 
They have created a new role with the potential for the position to develop into so much more for the right person. The role has a lot more involvement in the finer details of furniture manufacture, procurement and installation than the typical kitchen technical designer would be exposed to.
 
 
Your work will involve:
  • Using AutoCAD for technical drawings and design work
  • Facilitating the development of sign-off, setting out, procurement and production of furniture, including cabinetry, metal elements, stone elements and other custom materials and features
  • Mechanical and electrical drawings and installation drawings to aid site trades
  • Liaising with the design team and project managers
  • Working with private clients, architects, developers and interior designers
  • Occasional travel mostly to the showroom / studio in London and often to project sites, in order to attend meetings and to carry out site surveys and checks
 
Skills and Experience needed for the Furniture Designer:
  • A good understanding of high-end custom furniture
  • Minimum of 3 years' relevant work experience
  • Fluent in 2D AutoCAD
  • Experience in 3D work and 3D visualisation is a bonus but not essential
  • A proactive person with a 'self-starter' attitude and strong time-management skills
  • Own car and Driving Licence
 
Salary on offer will be between £28k and £35k plus pension. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920486125.
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Location:
Wiltshire
Design Field:
Furniture
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£28,000 - £35,000 per annum
Benefits:
pension
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Furniture Designer - Somerset - up to £36,000 (V04143)

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Our client is based close to the Dorset / Somerset border and designs, manufactures and installs bespoke furniture for the high-end residential market. They work with architects, interior designers, project managers, quantity surveyors and private clients both in the UK and abroad.
 
They are currently recruiting for a Design Technician who is able to demonstrate the ability to create accurate detail drawings incorporating design for manufacture.
 
You will be preparing each element of the project for manufacture, producing layouts, technical and production drawings and 3D renders. The role may involve trips to sites for site surveys and will involve liaising with internal members of the company. There are really good career prospects available and the company has an excellent approach to work and their staff.
 
 
Skills and Experience needed for the Technical Furniture Designer:
  • Experience of producing residential furniture and joinery drawings
  • A clear understanding of design for manufacture
  • A working knowledge of AutoCAD
  • Good communication skills
  • A background in joinery, cabinet making, shopfitting or boatbuilding is preferable
 
A negotiable salary of between £28k to £36k is on offer along with a benefits package. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920486125.
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Location:
Somerset
Design Field:
Furniture
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£28,000 - £36,000 per annum
Benefits:
pension, benefits
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Furniture Design Engineer - Norfolk - negotiable (V04075)

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This Company manufactures beautiful bespoke furniture, cabinetry and specialist joinery work for a global network of clients. Their large purpose-built manufacturing complex is home to traditional cabinet making, veneering, carving and gilding skills, complemented by modern design, manufacturing and finishing techniques. Projects include dressing rooms, staircases and libraries, cinemas, wine rooms and games rooms.
 
Due to continued expansion they are seeking a full time, experienced Design Engineer. An individual who is able to draw on their experience in the furniture and joinery industry to support and steer the design phase of a project and to engineer work which is fit for manufacture, assembly and installation.
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Skills and Experience sought for the Furniture Design Engineer role:
  • Excellent design and communication skills in order to capably discuss and establish design principles from a client’s brief
  • A good working knowledge of furniture and joinery constructional methods, manufacturing processes and the use of timber and associated materials
  • Able to work collaboratively as part of a project team and contribute to best practice
  • Self-motivated, flexible and proactive
  • Attention to detail and precision in the work produced
  • Strong problem-solving, time management and planning skills
  • Competent with the basics of AutoCAD
 
Salary and Benefits:
In return they are offering a very competitive and generous salary plus profit share scheme, contribution to pension and long service additional holiday. There is also a relocation allowance available.
To discuss salaries and find out more please send us your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com.
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Location:
Norfolk
Design Field:
Furniture sector
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
negotiable
Benefits:
profit share, pension, relocation allowance
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Architectural Technician - Essex - negotiable (V04051)

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As a multi-disciplinary design-led practice our client boasts an impressive portfolio including blue-chip national and international clients specialising in all areas of the hospitality sector delivering projects throughout the UK and into Europe. Projects include bars, restaurants, hotels, casinos and cafes and they are based within easy commuting distance to London.
 
They currently have an opening for an Architectural Technician to join the team. This is a creative problem-solving, architectural design role for someone who has a good knowledge of building regulations and planning law to oversee compliance of the interior design team’s work undertaken. You will be detailing and lodging all local authority submissions from building regulations, planning and listed buildings to ensure all the work undertaken by the creative team is fully compliant. Knowledge gained through working on hotel and/or hospitality projects would be an advantage but not essential, more importantly is the ability to adapt to fast-track project delivery which can be varied from small scope to new builds.
 
They operate a development programme of review with a projection to an individual’s three-year target. Salary on offer is c£30k plus pension and use of a pool car for site visits.
Hours are 9am - 5.30pm, Mon- Fri.
 
Skills and Experience needed by the Architectural Technician: 
  • Experienced in a similar role with a good understanding of logistics for project delivery
  • Understanding of the RIBA work stages
  • An understanding of Health & Safety management in Construction
  • Clean Driving Licence
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar
  • Excel and Microsoft literate

To find out more and apply please send us your CV and examples of work to recruit@careersindesign.com

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Location:
Essex
Design Field:
Interior Design
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
negotiable
Benefits:
pension
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Technical Draftsperson - Middlesex - negotiable (V03984)

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This company designs and installs luxury interiors for the retail, hospitality, residential and commercial sectors and have a live vacancy for a technical draftsperson to produce shop drawings for their joinery & fit-out projects.
 
You will need to have several years of experience in creating manufacturing level drawings and cutting lists for complete bespoke items ranging from kitchens to jewellery showcases to staircases to reception desks to bathroom cabinets. You will need to understand how a whole array of materials can work together including timber, glass, metal, stone and plastic.
 
The main responsibility will be the setting out of fit-out projects, coordinating other trades into the master drawings. For example, does the air conditioning clash with the lighting? does the sprinkler clash with the joinery? Their clients provide the initial design drawings and the Technical Draftsperson will then redraw them to a fully detailed level for manufacture.
 
Experience and skillset needed for the Technical Draftsperson:
  • Experience on luxury fit-outs
  • Strong ability to produce detailed manufacturing drawings
  • Understanding of manufacturing and construction
  • Fluent on AutoCAD
  • Practical with good problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication skills, able to liaise with individuals within the company and external to the company
  • Enthusiastic / Flexible / Dynamic
The salary on offer can be discussed on application and the role will be office based.
To apply and find out more please send in your CV and examples of technical work to recruit@careersindesign.com.
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Location:
Middlesex
Design Field:
Furniture and Joinery
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
negotiable
Benefits:
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

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