About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever looked at a beautiful piece of furniture and thought about all the skilled hands that brought it to life? At Al Khairat Furniture & Decor, we don’t just imagine it—we make it happen every day. We’re growing fast, and right now, we’re on the hunt for talented tradespeople and hard-working helpers who are ready to roll up their sleeves and join us in crafting quality pieces that fill homes, offices, and spaces across the region. Whether your skills lie in welding, carpentry, painting, or general labor, if you take pride in your work, there’s a home for you here—starting right away.
About Al Khairat Furniture & Decor
Nestled behind Al Mubarak Hypermarket in Industrial Area 5—just a stone’s throw from JNP Signal—our workshop is always buzzing with energy, laughter, and the hum of skilled hands at work. We’re a close-knit team: some of us start each morning with strong chai, others with a quiet focus, but all of us share a passion for building quality furniture that stands the test of time. Fridays often mean a little extra camaraderie, and there’s always someone willing to teach a new trick or share a story from the shop floor. We value commitment, craft, and above all, working together like family.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Joining the workshop team to produce, assemble, or finish metal and wooden furniture pieces with care and precision.
- For welders and MIG specialists: cutting, welding, and shaping metal components—sometimes following plans, sometimes improvising on the fly.
- As a carpenter: measuring, cutting, joining, and finishing wood for furniture frames, panels, and fittings.
- If you’re a PU spray painter: mixing paints to the right shade and texture, ensuring flawless application on metal or wood surfaces.
- For helpers and laborers: supporting skilled workers by preparing materials, moving finished products, keeping the workspace tidy, and lending a hand wherever it’s needed.
- Pitching in as part of a multi-skilled crew—sometimes the job changes quickly, so flexibility is key.
- Putting safety and quality first, because pride in your work shows in every piece that leaves our shop.
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves
- Hands-on experience in at least one of these areas: welding (especially MIG), metal fabrication, wooden furniture carpentry, industrial spraying/painting, or workshop labor.
- Willingness to learn, take feedback, and help team members succeed.
- Physical fitness and stamina for a busy workshop environment.
- Genuine care for the craft—whether it’s a perfect weld, a smooth finish, or a well-swept floor.
Nice-to-Haves
- Previous experience in a high-volume furniture or metalwork factory.
- Knowledge of reading technical drawings or blueprints.
- Familiarity with safe workshop practices and good housekeeping.
- For painters: skill with color mixing or specialty finishes.
Not sure you cover every single item? If you’re ready to work hard and grow with us, we’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary package with regular overtime—your effort is valued, and those extra hours pay off.
- Free staff accommodation—rest easy knowing your housing is taken care of.
- Friendly, multicultural team that welcomes new faces and talents.
- Workplace legends who share know-how and look out for each other.
- Room to learn, try new roles, and advance your skills over time.
- Special shop lunch breaks, team support, and honest appreciation for a job well done.
We believe your skill and dedication deserve more than just a payslip—they deserve a place to belong, grow, and be proud of the work you do. Think it’s a fit? We can’t wait to meet you.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you describe your experience working with either metal or wood, and share the types of furniture pieces you’ve helped create or assemble?
- For welders: What types of welding (especially MIG) are you most comfortable with, and how do you ensure the precision and safety of your welds?
- As a carpenter or helper, how do you approach measuring and cutting materials to make sure your work fits perfectly with a furniture plan?
- If you have experience with painting or spraying furniture, can you walk us through your process for prepping surfaces and mixing paints to achieve a flawless finish?
- Tell us about a time you needed to quickly adapt to a change in plans or switch tasks on the shop floor—how did you handle it?
- Have you ever had to interpret or follow technical drawings or blueprints? What’s your approach to understanding and applying them in your work?
- Safety and neatness are important in our busy workshop. What are some ways you keep your workspace safe and organized during a hectic day?
- Share an example of when you gave or received helpful feedback to improve a project or skill—what was the result?
- In our team, helping others and stepping in where needed is part of daily life. Can you tell us about a time you supported a coworker or learned something new from someone in your team?
- Busy days in the shop can get pretty physical. How do you stay motivated and maintain your energy throughout the day?
- Our team is tight-knit, and we’re proud of the friendly, multicultural atmosphere. What does being a good team member mean to you, and how do you help build a positive workplace vibe?
- What excites you most about producing furniture that will become a part of someone’s home or workspace?
- Are you open to learning and trying different workshop roles outside your core skill set? How do you approach learning new techniques or tools?
- How do you ensure that every piece