Jack Birrell

Experienced and highly skilled joiner with over 14 years of workshop experience specialising in the manufacture of traditional sash and case windows, bespoke hardwood doors, staircases, cabinetry and custom furniture. Currently working as Workshop Foreman, leading a team while maintaining exceptionally high standards of craftsmanship and attention to detail. Highly competent in operating a wide range of woodworking machinery, alongside traditional hand and power tools.

Reliable, hardworking and motivated, with a strong work ethic and a genuine passion for producing quality joinery.

Workshop Foreman / Bench Joiner at RKM Joinery Scotland (2023-10 – Present)

• Promoted to Workshop Foreman shortly after returning to the company.
• Supervise workshop operations and provide leadership to the production team.
• Ensure all work meets high quality and safety standards.
• Manufacture bespoke sash and case windows and hardwood door sets.
• Support colleagues, organise workloads and maintain efficient production.
• Recognised for strong leadership, reliability and excellent workmanship.

Bench Joiner at AGB Scotland Ltd (2022-04 – 2023-10)

• Manufactured bespoke MDF cabinetry, furniture, staircases, windows and doors.
• Took full ownership of projects from initial drawings and machining through to assembly and final finishing.
• Independently set up and operated a wide range of woodworking machinery, including spindle moulders, planer/thicknessers, table saws and tenon machines.
• Produced all machine work required for each project, ensuring precision, consistency and a high-quality finish.
• Developed excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills and confidence working independently.
• Purchased and maintained a full range of personal hand and battery-powered tools.
• Built a portfolio of completed projects demonstrating high-quality craftsmanship.

Bench Joiner at RKM Joinery Scotland (2011-08 – 2022-04)

• Completed training as a bench joiner from the age of 17.
• Gained extensive experience manufacturing traditional sash and case windows and handcrafted hardwood door sets.
• Became highly proficient with a wide range of hand and power tools.
• Developed strong knowledge of traditional joinery techniques and precision woodworking.
• Worked as part of a skilled team producing bespoke joinery to a consistently high standard.