Hire Carpenters & Joiners in the UK
Carpenters and joiners are required on virtually every construction project — from structural first fix frames to high-specification second fix joinery and shopfitting. The breadth of carpentry work across construction means demand is consistent and skilled carpenters are rarely available for long.
Typical Rate
£17–£26
per hour
Card Required
CSCS Blue Card
Turnaround
24 hrs
urgent requirements (most regions)
What Carpenters & Joiners Do
- First fix structural carpentry and framing
- Second fix joinery — doors, skirting, architrave
- Stud partitioning and ceilings
- Formwork and shuttering
- Kitchen and furniture fitting
- Shopfitting and fit-out joinery
- Roof carpentry and timberwork
Qualifications & Cards
Card Requirements
Minimum: CSCS Blue Card (NVQ Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery)
Supervisory carpenters may require a CSCS Gold Card. First fix and second fix carpenters should hold NVQ Level 2 as a minimum.
- CSCS Blue Card (NVQ Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery)
- CSCS Gold Card (NVQ Level 3) for supervisors
- City & Guilds 6217 Site Carpentry
- SSSTS / SMSTS for supervisor/foreman roles
Why Use Phoenix Gray to Hire Carpenters & Joiners?
Carpenters are required across the widest range of project types of any trade. From groundworks-stage formwork to final fix fit-out, quality carpenters shift quickly between projects and are difficult to pin down at short notice without an active agency pipeline.
First fix and second fix carpenters — right specialist for the project stage
Formwork, fit-out, and shopfitting specialists available
All workers CSCS Blue Card verified before placement
Active pipeline across London, South East, Midlands, and the North
Hire Carpenters & Joiners by Location
Active recruitment networks across every major UK construction market.
Hiring Carpenters & Joiners in the UK — FAQs
Do you supply first fix and second fix carpenters?
Yes — we supply carpenters for both first fix structural work (stud walling, joists, roof structure) and second fix finishing (doors, skirting, architrave, kitchen fitting). Please specify the stage when you contact us.
Can you supply formwork carpenters?
Yes — we have carpenters with formwork and shuttering experience for in-situ concrete work. Contact us to confirm availability for your programme.
What is the typical carpenter day rate in the UK?
Carpenter rates typically range from £17–£26 per hour depending on specialisation, experience, and location. Fit-out and shopfitting carpenters often command higher rates than general site carpenters.
How quickly can you supply carpenters?
For most UK regions, Phoenix Gray can supply CSCS-verified carpenters within 24 hours for urgent requirements.
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