Senior Carpenter - Ashburton

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

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency seeks a Senior Carpenter to join a high-performing team in Ashburton, overseeing varied projects. The role involves managing site operations, mentoring apprentices, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity for career progression.

Benefits

Secure ongoing work

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven senior carpentry experience required.
• Solid understanding of NZ building codes and safety standards.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams on-site, allocating tasks efficiently.
• Mentor apprentices and ensure quality craftsmanship.
• Read and interpret construction plans accurately.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Current Class 1 licence

Valid Site Safe

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Company benefits $28.00 to $35.00 depending on experience

Description

• Paying $28 - $35/hr, based on experience!
• Varied commercial and residential projects!
• Ongoing role with career progression potential!

About The Role:Are you an experienced carpenter ready to take the next step? Max People is on the hunt for a Senior Carpenter to join a high-performing construction team in Ashburton. You'll lead a range of exciting commercial and residential projects while mentoring apprentices, ensuring quality, and keeping the site running smoothly. If you're looking for variety, responsibility, and a team that values your input - this one's for you!

Wages: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour (based on experience)Location: Mid Canterbury

What's In It For You:

• Great hourly rate based on experience
• Secure, ongoing work for the right person
• Supportive and welcoming crew environment

What You'll Be Doing:

• Reading and interpreting construction plans
• Managing staff and allocating tasks on-site
• Training and mentoring apprentices
• Ensuring site policies and procedures are followed
• Communicating effectively with team members and clients
• Solving on-site construction challenges
• Leading health and safety on-site

What We're Looking For:

• Proven carpentry experience at a senior level
• Full set of hand and power tools
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Solid understanding of NZ building codes and safety standards
• Current Class 1 licence and reliable transport
• Valid Site Safe - we can help you get this
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test

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

Why Choose Max People?Max People, started out as a specialised construction recruitment agency and has been a trailblazer in providing customised labour-hire solutions to leading construction firms throughout New Zealand. We've since expanded our reach into the agriculture, manufacturing, and logistics sectors. Begin your career journey with Max People today!

Max People was initially set up as a Construction recruitment agency providing outsourcing labourhire solutions to New Zealand's leading civil, Commercial and residential construction companies. We have since expanded our expertise to encompass agriculture, manufacturing and logistics sectors.

Headquartered in Christchurch, we're a recruitment agency specialising in matching exceptional support staff to leading businesses throughout New Zealand.

Max People brings a distinctive approach to hiring staff; We measure twice and cut once. We stand by our principles, Perseverance, Accountability, Consistency and excellence; we aim to deliver exceptional service to our clients and candidates in everything we do.

Our consultants only work with high-calibre, Quality individuals offering a tailored approach to recruitment and beyond. This approach makes us one of the market-leading Recruitment agencies in New Zealand that employers and Candidates can depend on.

At Max, we are passionate and driven people with a will to win. We attract and support the best people with a strong work ethic and are willing to go above and beyond. We aim to empower our employees through growth and learning. We encourage a balanced lifestyle and the continued development of our team.