We are looking for carpenters, joiners and cabinetmakers for jobs in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, Hawkes Bay, Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown.
- Some areas require Civil Carpenters (e.g. those that have experience with bridges, roading and heavy construction) these carpenters should be able to work with Concrete and Formwork/Shuttering, steel tying.
- Some areas require domestic and commercial carpenters – need to have worked ideally on construction sites e.g. new build construction from the ground up, but we can also consider those that come more from a joinery/shopfitting/renovation/cabinet making background (we also have needs for joiners and cabinet makers in some areas)
- Overall carpenters/Joiners/Cabinetmakers with at least 3 years’ experience and/or a formal qualification are welcome to submit their application to us. Pay rages and locations may be determined based on the applicant’s individual experience. The wider the scope of carpentry/joinery experience the more locations/options for placement available and the higher the pay rate.
- Carpenters should have basic experience with 1st and 2nd Fix and ideally Finishing work.
- Carpenters need to be prepared to do Formwork/Shuttering work even if not done previously (need to be willing to learn).
- At least 3 years’ experience and preference for a formal carpentry qualification.
- If no formal qualification, then we will consider how many years the applicant has been working as a carpenter
Depends on area/location and also experience ($30 - $35 starting contract rate typically) – but we will consider higher rates on a case-by-case basis depending on the applicants’ years of experience/formal qualifications/NZ experience (if any)
We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, included and able to perform at their best. We are committed to creating a workplace that is diverse and inclusive. We value the diversity of our people and actively seek to have a workforce that represents the rich diversity of the communities we support. Currently we are underrepresented in some areas, and would particularly welcome applicants from Women, Black, Asian and Ethnic Minorities, LGBTQ+ and candidates who have a disability.
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We select people according to their abilities and our needs. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all of the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.