Carpet manufacturer outlines expansion plans – just as rival axes jobs
A Worcestershire carpet manufacturer may prove the saviour of workers facing redundancy from a rival business.
Kidderminster-based Brockway Carpets and its new sister business, The Grosvenor Wilton Company, has launched a recruitment campaign aimed at expanding its workforce.
The announcement comes after rival producer Brinton revealed it was axing around 60 jobs from its factory in the town as it ends production of its Axminister carpets.
Brockway acquired the trade and assets of Grosvenor Wilton, one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious independent carpet manufacturers, in April after the firm lapsed into administration.
In an encouraging sign for the industry, Grosvenor Wilton – which has supplied carpets to Buckingham Palace and the White House – is now looking for full-time and part-time staff to support expansion plans at its factory in Hartlebury.
Chairman Charles Annable said: “We’re looking to recruit across a wide range of skills and experience from experienced weavers to junior apprentices.
“We have immediate requirements for specialist skills, such as experienced winders and weaving engineers. And we’re particularly keen to encourage youngsters into the industry who are looking for entry level career opportunities to learn how to weave.
“So those who join us have the chance to develop their skills, and share our pride in the creation of the finest quality, hand crafted carpets for some highly prestigious projects.”
Brockway is also looking for staff to fill tufting and ancillary roles at its Kidderminster factory on Old Chester Road.
“The growth of Brockway over the last two years together with our acquisition of Grosvenor Wilton means we’re able to accelerate growth plans by expanding our 100-strong workforce,” added Mr Annable.
“This aims to further strengthen the group’s position as the UK’s leading manufacturer of beautiful, wool-rich carpets.”
Brockway has been designing and producing premium quality, hand finished carpets in Kidderminster since 1964.
The company combines British craftsmanship using the finest raw materials to ensure the sustainable manufacture of award-winning carpets.
Grosvenor Wilton has been producing bespoke carpets since 1790, many of which are fitted in some of the world’s most historic palaces, stately homes, public buildings and private residences.
