CARPENTERS WANTED | 1 LEADING HAND OPPORTUNITY

Tangram; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Carpenters for exciting infrastructure projects in Christchurch. This role offers a chance to take the lead or support a dynamic crew, ensuring high safety standards and a steady workload. With opportunities for career growth into leadership positions, you will engage in diverse carpentry tasks while collaborating with engineers. Join a company that values perseverance, accountability, and excellence, and be part of a top crew culture on high-profile projects.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

High-Profile Projects

Top Crew Culture

Safety Standards

Qualifications

• Experience in civil or infrastructure carpentry is essential.
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Building and installing formwork and temporary structures.
• Supervising team and supporting drainage crews.

Skills

Carpentry

Teamwork

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Education

NZ Trade Certificate in Carpentry

Overseas Equivalent in Carpentry

Job description

CARPENTERS WANTED | 1 LEADING HAND OPPORTUNITY

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Listing Description

Location

Christchurch City, Canterbury

Job Type

Full time

Duration

Contract

Company Benefits

$30.00-$35.00 per hour

Description

• $30-$35/hr!
• Hands-On Carpentry with Career Growth!
• Take the Lead or Support the Crew!

About The Role

We're seeking 2 Carpenters for formwork and structural carpentry on major drainage and infrastructure projects. One role is ideal for someone stepping into or already working as a Leading Hand.

Wages and Location

Wages: $30.00-$35.00 per hour (based on experience and role)
Location: Christchurch

What's In It For You

• High-profile project with steady workload
• Pathway to grow into leadership (Leading Hand)
• Diverse carpentry tasks on complex builds
• Top crew culture and safety standards

What You Will Be Doing

• Building and installing formwork and temporary structures
• Reading plans and ensuring accuracy
• Supervising team (Leading Hand)
• Supporting drainage crews and collaborating with engineers

What We Require

• NZ Trade Cert or overseas equivalent in carpentry
• Experience in civil or infrastructure carpentry
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings
• Team player with great work ethic
• Valid Site Safe or Construct Safe (we can assist with this)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND

About Max People

Max People is a Christchurch-based recruitment agency specialising in construction, agriculture, manufacturing, and logistics sectors. We are committed to providing tailored labour solutions and supporting our employees' growth and development. We pride ourselves on our principles of Perseverance, Accountability, Consistency, and Excellence, aiming to deliver exceptional service to clients and candidates alike.