Design Technician

Competitive salary

Flexible working patterns

30 days’ holiday with additional days linked to service

Kitchens International is part of the Donaldson Group. Established in 1860, Donaldson Group is one of UK’s largest, privately owned timber companies. We are a family of 11 businesses, ranging from B2B, retail, ecommerce, all with shared values and a common vision, driven by the desire to always do good. We are focused on always providing a number one customer experience, embracing innovation, and doing things in a sustainable way, not just for our business but also for the communities we operate in. But most of all, our People are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we are committed to nurturing and empowering our 1,700+ colleagues across the UK.

As a 6th generation family-owned business, Donaldson Group is committed to providing colleague benefits that are truly valuable. Benefits include but are not limited to: 30 days’ holiday, inclusive of Statutory Bank Holidays, Length of service awards, Company sick pay, Employee Assistance Programme, (24/7 helpline, counselling sessions, legal, debt and life management advice line).

This Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Design Technician to join our dynamic team, on a full-time basis, based in our Glasgow Showroom.

We are looking for people with a passion and natural flair for interior design who are self-driven and enthusiastic with high standards and exceptional attention to detail. You will take great pride in your work and in your position within our team.

Working closely with our team of designers and project managers to bring our kitchen designs to life, you will be a natural organiser, a great communicator and be able to build relationships with colleagues, clients and suppliers.

Responsibilities and duties:

• To assist kitchen sales designer with kitchen design and presentations.
• Use of Winner design CAD package.
• Accuracy of information when completing kitchen specification.
• Awareness of current Interior Design trends and finishes.
• Experience in kitchen design would be preferable but full training will be provided if not.
• General Admin duties Inc. ordering goods and inputting information into business management system.
• Meet and greet clients when required.
• Answering telephones in a professional manor.

Our Perfect Candidate

Our perfect candidate will have the following attributes:

• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload.
• Flexibility – the ability to adapt, change, prioritise and still deliver on the things that matter most is crucial.
• Tact, discretion, and good judgment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels.
• Skilled at providing pragmatic and commercial advice.
• Proven influencing and negotiating skills.
• Proactive and able to use own initiative.
• A strong desire to learn and develop
• Team player – collaborative and supportive of colleagues.

Working 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 rota.

If this sounds like the perfect job for you then do not hesitate to apply by submitting your full C.V. below by Monday 1st May 2023.