Job Title: Kitchen Fitter
Location: Kanturk and surrounding areas
Company: Creative Fitting
Website: www.creativefitting.ie
About Creative Fitting
Creative Fitting is a nationwide installation and assembly company working with major brands including IKEA, B&Q, Cash & Carry, Kube Interiors etc as well as private customers through our own website. We specialise in kitchen fitting, flat pack furniture assembly, and professional installation services, delivering high quality workmanship and excellent customer experience.
We value the people on the tools and provide a structured working environment that allows you to focus on the build, not the administration.
The Role
We are currently looking for an Apprentice Kitchen Fitters to join our team in Kanturk and the surrounding areas. This role is a split position involving kitchen fitting and flat pack furniture assembly.
You will work across a mix of branded installations and direct customer jobs, representing Creative Fitting on site and delivering work to a high professional standard in line with company and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting lead Fitter on kitchen installations including units, worktops, panels, and finishing
- Safe movement and repositioning of kitchen appliances such as cookers, ovens, dishwashers, and fridges
- Flat pack furniture assembly for kitchens and general home furniture
- Ensuring all work is completed in line with company standards and client specifications
- Identifying and reporting any site issues, damages, or missing components
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and professional working environment
- Communicating clearly with the scheduling and operations team
Essential Requirements
- Full, clean driving licence
- Coachable
- Strong interest in DIY
- Ability to safely move and handle kitchen appliances
- Some carpentry and installation skills
- High attention to detail and pride in workmanship
- Ability to work independently and carry out assigned jobs
- Professional and courteous manner with customers
Desirable (but not essential)
- Registered Gas Installer (RGI) certification for gas appliance disconnection and reconnection (where required)
- Experience fitting IKEA or B&Q kitchens
- Experience in flat pack furniture assembly beyond kitchens
- Electrical or plumbing experience (certified where required)
What We Offer
We value the people on the tools and offer a structured working environment where you can focus on the build.
- Starting Salary: €28,696 per annum
- Subsistence: Up to €7,000 per annum (in line with company policy)
- Stability: Consistent, year-round work with major international brands and private clients
- Support: A dedicated scheduling and operations team managing planning and administration
- Equipment: Company van and fuel card provided (role dependent), plus company uniform
- Security: Pension scheme and paid annual leave in line with statutory requirements
- Wellbeing: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV or a brief summary of your experience. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: €28,696.00-€35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Free or subsidised travel
Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have fitting kitchens from start to finish?
- Are you confident completing a full kitchen installation, including units, panels, worktops, and finishing?
- Do you hold a current Registered Gas Installer (RGI) certification? Optional
- Do you hold a full, clean driving licence?
- When would you be available to start?
- Are you legally entitled to work in Ireland?
- Do you hold a valid Safe Pass card?
- Do you hold a Manual Handling certificate?
- Are you registered with Safe Electric (RECI)? Optional
- Do you have practical plumbing experience relevant to kitchens or bathrooms (sinks, wastes, taps)? Optional
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
