The House of Commons Administration delivers outstanding services to Members of Parliament and their employees in support of parliamentary democracy. Our success is made possible by our talented and dedicated workforce. We value diversity in all its forms and recognize that everyone has valuable contributions to make and the potential for individual growth. If you dream of joining an organization that is small enough for you to be noticed, but big enough to provide you with a meaningful career, then we want to hear from you!

The House of Commons’ Parliamentary Precinct Operations is currently looking to staff the Refinisher (Furniture) position.

This position requires on-site presence five (5) days per week. 

The Refinisher Apprentice is responsible for assisting in the refinishing and restoration of furniture and other pieces in the House of Commons, and learning the various specialized techniques, materials and tools used in the delivery of services to clients of the Parliamentary Precinct.

The Apprentice role is a professional development position designed to support progression toward full qualification as a Refinisher. Through a structured apprenticeship training program, employees gradually acquire the skills, knowledge, and experience required to achieve full qualification of the trade. Subject to operational requirements, an opportunity to be appointed to a Refinisher position may be offered upon successful completion of the training program and demonstration of the required qualifications. 

Top Reasons to Join the Trades Services team:

By joining this team, you'll work directly with heritage and antique workpieces, equipped with a diverse range of tools and materials that will allow you to challenge yourself and thrive in your tasks. You'll be part of a collaborative, supportive team where creativity and camaraderie are celebrated. This role goes beyond traditional refurbishment - it's an opportunity to work on historically significant elements. In our family-like atmosphere, you'll have the opportunity to fully express your creativity while mastering a specialized trade, making each project a blend of innovation and tradition. Employment at Parliament not only opens doors to professional growth and skill enhancement, it also fosters a deep sense of pride and accomplishment as a valued member of our workforce.

• Training and development opportunities.
• Work-life balance /35-hour workweek
• 4 weeks’ vacation (minimum)

Education:

• Certificate of Qualification as a Refinisher as obtained through a community or vocational college, OR an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

Experiences:

• Basic experience in furniture refinishing and restoration, acquired through work, training or personal projects.
• Experience in the use of various equipment and tools.
• Experience in the application of health and safety measures.

Asset:

• Professional work experience in furniture refinishing and restoration.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace by providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you have an accommodation request, require material in an accessible format, or need additional support with the application process, please contact Recruitment and Selection Services at [email protected].

Each bilingual position is assigned a linguistic profile that identifies the level of second language proficiency for reading comprehension, written expression and oral interaction required. The profile for this position is only a basic (A) level within oral interaction. Consideration may be given to candidates with other linguistic profiles. 

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Qualified candidates may be considered for future vacancies for this role or for other similar and/or related roles on an indeterminate and/or fixed term basis.

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