UPHOLSTERER

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Upholsterer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for repairing, restoring, and upholstering furniture while ensuring high-quality workmanship and attention to detail. You will also maintain a clean workspace, manage materials efficiently, and ensure smooth workflow in a busy environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a fair and attractive remuneration package.
• Ongoing training and skill development opportunities in upholstery and furniture restoration.
• Supportive and inclusive workplace with a positive team environment.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Paid leave entitlements in accordance with company policy.
• Travel allowances were applicable.
• Employee recognition and wellness programs that support staff wellbeing.
• Opportunities for long-term career growth within the upholstery and furnishing industry.

Task & responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and fit upholstery materials accurately to ensure quality finishing and proper furniture coverage.
• Remove old coverings, webbing, and padding from furniture to prepare items for reupholstery and restoration work.
• Construct, repair, and restore furniture frames while replacing damaged springs, padding, and structural components where required.
• Sew cushions and join sections of covering materials to achieve neat and durable upholstery work.
• Attach decorative trims, braids, buttons, and other finishing materials to enhance furniture's appearance.
• Upholster mattresses and furniture by padding and covering spring units according to required standards.
• Secure fabric, leather, padding, springs, and webbing to furniture using appropriate upholstery tools and techniques.
• Maintain stock levels of upholstery materials and tools, and ensure an organised and safe work environment.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures while maintaining cleanliness and efficiency within the workshop.
• Confer with clients to determine upholstery requirements, materials, designs, and estimated costs for furniture items to be made or repaired.
• Inspect materials and completed work to ensure quality, durability, and customer satisfaction.

Qualification & experience

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience as an Upholsterer or in a similar role within the upholstery, furniture, or furnishing industry.
• Relevant qualification in upholstery, furniture restoration, or a related field is highly regarded.
• Strong teamwork, time management, and organisational skills to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
• Sound knowledge of upholstery materials, furniture restoration techniques, tools, and workplace safety procedures.
• Attention to detail with a genuine passion for delivering high-quality workmanship and professionally finished furniture items.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to handle custom orders, repairs, and varying client requirements.