Furniture Upholsterer
Trade · Waitakere City, Auckland, New Zealand · Full-Time · $27/hr
Are your hands skilled at bringing old chairs and sofas back to life? A well-respected furniture restoration workshop in Auckland is looking for an experienced Upholsterer to join its specialist team.
This role suits a qualified tradesperson with proven craftsmanship and a sharp eye for detail, someone confident enough to restore, recover and transform pieces on their own, from heritage antiques to modern designs. If you can turn out quality finishes without needing close supervision, your technical skill and reliability will be truly appreciated here. Upholsterers from the Philippines and other countries are welcome to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Restore and recover all kinds of furniture using professional upholstery techniques, taking each project from preparation right through to the final finish
- Work with many different fabrics, materials and furniture styles and still get high-quality results
- Check furniture structures and work out what repairs or restoration they need
- Use upholstery tools, equipment and workshop machinery safely, and handle furniture frames with care when lifting, positioning and installing
- Keep your workmanship consistent on every finished piece
- Work on your own while being a positive part of a skilled workshop team
- Lend a hand with extra production work during busy periods
- Keep the workplace safe, clean and well organised
Requirements & Eligibility
- Minimum 5 years of proven experience in the upholstery industry
- Strong hands-on knowledge of restoring and recovering furniture
- Able to carry out upholstery tasks with minimal guidance or training
- Proven experience with both modern and traditional furniture designs
- Skilled at using upholstery tools and equipment safely
- Physically able to handle furniture frames and workshop tasks
- Great attention to detail and a commitment to quality craftsmanship, plus the reliability to meet production deadlines
- Experience in fabric cutting, sewing or building furniture frames is advantageous
- Eligible candidates may be considered for sponsorship support, depending on their verified skills, experience and suitability for the role
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