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Joiner Apprentice (Level 2) - UK

Murphy
On-site
United Kingdom
Skilled Trades

Role: Joiner Apprentice  (Level 2) – UK 

 

Start date: September 2026  

 

Additional information: 

  • This role will be based out of our Ollerton Depot.

 

About Us  
Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,300 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. There’s more to Murphy.  

 

Apprentice Joiner

As an Apprentice Joiner, you will learn how to carry out essential joinery tasks to prepare and maintain modular buildings used on construction sites. Working in a busy depot workshop, you’ll focus on “first fit” activities such as installing doors, windows, kitchen units and internal fixtures. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work and wants to develop specialist joinery skills in a supportive environment.

 

A Day in the Life of an Apprentice Joiner

  • Measuring, cutting, and assembling timber components for modular buildings.
  • Installing doors, windows, kitchen units and internal fittings during first-fit stages.
  • Repairing and maintaining joinery elements in site accommodation units.
  • Assisting with layout and preparation of modular buildings in the workshop.
  • Using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
  • Supporting senior joiners with complex joinery tasks and quality checks.

 

Skills You Will Learn

  • Core joinery techniques including measuring, marking, cutting, and fixing.
  • Installation of doors, windows, kitchen units and internal fixtures in modular units.
  • Safe use and maintenance of hand tools and power tools.
  • Understanding of drawings and specifications.
  • Problem-solving and attention to detail in joinery work.
  • Health and safety practices in a workshop environment.

 

What do I need to be considered for the apprenticeship?  

  • GCSE Maths and English at grade A*- D / 3-9 (or equivalent)  

  • You don’t need to have previous experience for the role, but you do need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude!  

  • Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, that we do not provide sponsorship.  

  

Above all, we need people who will adopt our values and strive to live them:  

  • One Family, One Team, One Murphy   

  • Always Deliver   

  • Respect, Integrity & Accountability    

  • Never Harm   

  • Continually Improve   

 

Our Recruitment Process 
Our recruitment process consists of two stages: 

  1. Initial application (Don't worry if you don't have your own CV as of yet, instead please upload a document that tells us a little bit more about who you are, what you have studied and why you are interested in this apprenticeship).  

  1. In-person interview 

 

It’s important to us that everybody has an equal chance to succeed, therefore if you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process, please feel free to get in touch at emergingtalent@murphygroup.co.uk. 

  

Please note: Should we receive a high volume of suitable applications we may choose to close our opportunities early. Therefore, to avoid missing out, we do recommend you submit your application asap. 

  

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.