Solid Surface Fitter Assistant | South West
Howdens
Date: 4 weeks ago
City: Taunton
Contract type: Full time

Howdens is looking for a Solid Surface Fitter Assistant to join our nationwide Installation Teams. Our Solid Surface Fitters Assistant works on-site, supporting our solid surface fitter, installing our solid surface worktops. You will be responsible for covering the South West. Therefore, living within relative proximity to Taunton would be ideal.
Shift Pattern
Monday to Friday | 37.5 Hours
What We Can Offer You
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.3 billion sales made last year.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
How To Apply
We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Solid Surface Fitters Assistant, then we are keen to hear from you.
You will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email [email protected] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Shift Pattern
Monday to Friday | 37.5 Hours
What We Can Offer You
- Competitive salary and annual company bonus
- Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
- Staff Discount
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
- Assist the Solid Surface Fitter by safely handling all materials.
- Prepare and set up tools required for cutting surfaces on-site.
- Maintain and clean Howdens tools regularly to prevent damage to products.
- Work efficiently to meet deadlines while ensuring a high-quality finish.
- Maintain professionalism and uphold the Howdens Joinery reputation with customers.
- Treat customers’ homes with care, avoiding any damage to property or decoration.
- Remove all rubbish daily and leave work areas clean and tidy, following health and safety guidelines.
- Minimise raw material waste by recycling whenever possible.
- Attend relevant training sessions as required.
- Carry out any other reasonable tasks assigned by your line manager within your skill set.
- Experience working in a kitchen fitting role; having experience with solid surface fitting, preferably quartz, wood worktops or other materials – desirable.
- Use of carpentry tools.
- You must hold a full UK driving license.
- Strong organisational skills; planning and organising
- Must have an exceptional eye for detail
- Communicates positively with colleagues and customers and can build effective relationships with both.
- Shows initiative and an innovative approach to problem-solving.
- A good geographical knowledge of the local area.
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.3 billion sales made last year.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
How To Apply
We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Solid Surface Fitters Assistant, then we are keen to hear from you.
You will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email [email protected] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
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