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  • How many Gate Maker jobs are available on Pertemps?

    There are 3 Gate Maker jobs available on Pertemps right now.

  • What does a Gate Maker do?

    Tasks required include:

    • Examines drawings and specifications to determine job requirements and appropriate materials.
    • Selects, measures, cuts and shapes wood using saws, chisels, planes, powered hand tools and woodworking machines.
    • Assembles parts with crafted joints, nails, screws, dowels or adhesives and fits locks, catches, hinges, castors, drawers, shelves and other fittings.
    • Removes, replaces or repairs damaged parts of wooden furniture.
    • Measures floor area to be covered and lays wood blocks, parquet panels or hardwood strips.
    • Matches and marks out veneers ready for cutting and examines and repairs defects in veneer or plywood sheets.
  • What are the entry requirements for a Gate Maker?

    There are no formal entry requirements, although entrants typically possess a variety of academic and vocational qualifications. Training is provided Off and on-the-job. A number of NVQs/SVQs and other vocational qualifications covering various aspects of furniture production and wood machining are available at various levels. Apprenticeships in Cabinet Making are available in some areas.