Lighting Restorer

Lighting Restorer

Jolene Farmer Studio Ltd Closing date: Fri, 18 Dec 2026

Artform: Crafts
Role: Creative
Contract: Permanent
London
  • Full time
  • £25k-£30k

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

The Jolene Farmer Studio is an artisan workshop based in Hackney, restoring, wiring and fabricating lighting.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will have experience with the lathe, silver soldering, soft soldering, metal shaping, cutting and polishing. We work mainly in brass.

You must have a good knowledge of processes and finishes, be able to work to exact specifications and achieve the highest aesthetic standards in a fast paced and busy workshop.

The work here is not repetitive, the items we work on can be unique and highly valuable. The candidate must be an excellent problem solver and communicator, able to collaborate on finding solutions with the team and not easily frustrated.
The job would suit someone with an inquisitive nature, a logical approach, who treats the items with great care, and has the ability to be adaptable and inventive. We deal with both the structural and the aesthetic qualities equally.

An understanding of basic electrical wiring is expected and can be easily acquired with research before the interview.

The work will not be limited to metalworking, you will have the opportunity to work with various materials such as ceramics, glass, plastic, stone and wood. Training of the highest standard will be given in antique restoration, decorative surfaces and electrical wiring.

Job Requirements

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Lighting Restorer
  • Salary: £25k-£30k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Crafts
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Fri, 18 Dec 2026
  • Location:
    London

How to Apply

The offer is for either 4 or 5 days a week, starting salary negotiable between £26,000 - £31,000 based on experience.
Please email a CV, cover letter and images of any relevant work.
Closing date: 5pm on the 18th of December 2026.