Apprentice Carpenter: Hands-On Framing & Finishing

Mr. Builder And Renovator Limited; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Mr. Builder And Renovator Limited in Blenheim is seeking an Apprentice Carpenter to join our team on Marlborough projects. The role involves framing, finishing and general carpentry tasks, with travel to Auckland and Canterbury as needed, covered by the company.

You will have approx two years of apprenticeship, work towards a Level 4 carpentry qualification, and hold or be eligible for a Site Safe Passport. A NZ Class 1 licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of practical carpentry apprenticeship experience.
• Currently pursuing or eligible for a Level 4 carpentry qualification.
• Ability to safely use carpentry tools and follow NZ Building Code.

Responsibilities

• Measure, mark, cut and assemble timber and other building materials.
• Carry out framing, flooring, roofing, cladding, doors and windows.
• Install and repair timber structures and fixtures.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and correctly.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; follow WHS procedures.
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet deadlines.

Skills

Carpentry apprenticeship

Building Code knowledge

Safety awareness

Team player

Punctual

Education

Level 4 Carpentry qualification

Tools

Carpentry hand tools

Power tools

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Job Description

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Apprentice Carpenter to join our team based in Blenheim. The successful applicant will carry out a range of carpentry and building- related tasks on the projects in Marlborough and other project locations such as Auckland and canterbury to meet the project requirements. However, the company will bear all travel related cost, accomodation, meals and other incidental expenses that might arise.

Key responsibilities include, but not limited to

• Measure, mark, cut and assemble timber and other building materials.
• Carry out framing, flooring, roofing, cladding, doors, windows and other carpentry work.
• Install and repair timber structures, fixtures and fittings.
• Use hand tools, power tools and carpentry equipment safely and correctly.
• Carry out maintenance, repairs and alterations as required.
• Check completed work to ensure it meets required quality and buildingstandards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures.
• Work effectively as part of a team and complete tasks within agreed timeframes.

Skills and experience we are looking for:

• Approximately two years or more of practical carpentry apprenticeship experience, consistent withthird-year status.
• Currently undertaking, or eligible to continue, a recognised carpentry apprenticeship leading to a Level 4qualification.
• Ability to safely use carpentry hand tools and power tools.
• Basic understanding of the New Zealand Building Code, building plans and construction practices.
• Current Site Safe Passport or equivalent safety training preferred.
• Full New Zealand Class 1 driver licence preferred.
• Working at Heights, EWP and First Aid training advantageous.
• Physically capable of construction duties; reliable, punctual and able to work in a team.Good knowledge of carpentry tools, materials and construction methods.

This is a full-time permanent position with a minimum of 40 hours and maximum 50 per week and the pay-rate for this position will be 27.00 NZD per hour.