Experienced Craftsman Upholsterer

At Harrows we believe life is built on the interaction of people. Connection fuels creativity, wellbeing and performance. That’s why we design and manufacture furniture that inspires social interaction. We’re looking for a Experienced Craftsman Upholsterer who’s ready to turn ideas into tangible impact. Someone who’s skilled, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating furniture that invites people to connect. You’ll be part of a close-knit team, working across patterning, cutting, sewing, and finishing—bringing designs to life with craftsmanship that’s both beautiful and built to last. At Harrows, our mission is to promote social interaction. We are champions of social spaces - from collaborative workspaces to stunning hospitality venues and engaging public buildings like universities, libraries and airports. Our highly configurable furniture enables designers to create spaces that foster human connection. As a family business with over 30 years of experience in furniture manufacturing, we are deeply committed to design excellence. With a showroom in Auckland and a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Timaru, we collaborate with the design and architecture industry throughout Australasia.

This position involves:

• Measuring and accurately cutting materials, working from templates and using manual and automated cutting instruments
• Securing material, padding, and webbing to frames to be upholstered
• Operating sewing machines, staple guns and other upholstery equipment to complete furniture upholstery
• Examining drawings and work orders to determine specifications
• Learning LEAN manufacturing disciplines
• Increasing your knowledge and skills in a variety of areas including joinery, upholstery, furniture finishing, engineering and powder coating

Requirements:

• Experience in furniture upholstery, pattern making or cutting and sewing
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Have a high standard of workmanship and dexterity
• Happy to work in a fast paced environment

What we offer:

• A competitive hourly rate based on experience
• A supportive team environment with weekly sausage sizzles
• Learning and development opportunities working with new materials or technology, full training and support
• Happy to support the right applicant physically and financially with relocation to Timaru

Hours of work - Minimum of 40 hours per week and a maximum 50 hours per week.

The successful applicant will have an eye for detail, the ability to think outside the square, a strong work ethic and be self-motivated. Depth of experience in all aspects of upholstery will be remunerated accordingly. If this sounds like you get in touch today. Please apply with a copy of your CV and a cover letter to shauni@harrows.co.nz