Samson Chow

Experienced Carpenter / Joiner with over 7 years of hands-on experience across bespoke furniture, cabinet making, first and second fix carpentry, fitted furniture and on-site installation. Skilled from site measuring and interpreting technical drawings through to material preparation, machining, assembly, fitting and finishing. Experienced with solid timber, MDF, plywood, veneers and laminates, and confident using a wide range of woodworking machinery, hand tools and power tools.

Works effectively both independently and as part of a team, with a strong focus on accuracy, quality workmanship and safe working practices.

Carpenter / Woodworker - Twenty One From Eight Ltd - Hong Kong: 2018 – June 2023 | United Kingdom: July 2023 – Present

(2018)

• Manufacture bespoke furniture, cabinetry and joinery to individual client requirements using solid timber, MDF, plywood, veneers, laminates and other materials.
• Carry out first and second fix carpentry, including doors, skirting, architraves, flooring and other internal carpentry work.
• Produce and install fitted furniture including wardrobes, cabinets, shelving and other built-in pieces.
• Complete site measurements and work from technical and workshop drawings to ensure accurate manufacture and installation.
• Manage work through material preparation, machining, assembly, fitting and finishing, maintaining a consistently high standard of workmanship.
• Carry out residential installations, adapting components where required to suit existing spaces and achieve a secure, professional finish.
• Operate woodworking machinery safely and accurately, including panel saws, router tables, planers, jointers and other workshop equipment.
• Use a wide range of hand and power tools confidently for workshop production, first and second fix work, and on-site installation.
• Work independently on assigned jobs and collaborate effectively with colleagues on larger projects and installations.
• Identify and resolve practical issues during manufacture and installation to keep work progressing and achieve the required finish.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, quality, safety and careful material handling throughout each project.
• Continued working with the company after relocating from Hong Kong to the UK in July 2023, demonstrating reliability and adaptability.

Bachelor - Chemistry - The Chinese University of Hong Kong (2013-08 - 2016-09)

GCE A Levels - St Peter’s School, York (2011-09 - 2013-05)