Apprentice Joiner/Carpenter

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Hands-on projects

Progression opportunities

Trade qualification

Supportive environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown is offering a practical apprenticeship for aspiring Joiners/Carpents. You will learn timber carpentry on-site and in workshops, reading drawings and following project plans to build, install and repair fixtures.

You will be trained by experienced tradespeople, gain hands-on experience across a variety of projects, and work toward a recognized trade qualification. This role suits practical minds with good spatial awareness and physical fitness, in a supportive

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification is required.
• Interest in woodworking and construction is essential.
• Ability to work with hands and use tools accurately.
• Good spatial reasoning and problem-solving skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled joiners and carpenters with on-site and workshop tasks.
• Learn to measure, cut, shape, and fit timber and other materials.
• Participate in the installation of doors, windows, staircases, skirting, and other fixtures.
• Maintain tools and equipment, ensuring they are in good working order.
• Follow safety procedures and site rules meticulously.

Skills

Woodworking

Reading drawings

Spatial reasoning

Hand tools

Physical fitness

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Measuring tools

Joinery equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering a comprehensive apprenticeship program for aspiring Joiners/Carpenters in Queenstown . This is a hands-on role where you will learn to work with timber and other materials to construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fittings. You will be trained by skilled tradespeople, gaining practical experience in site work, workshop fabrication, and reading technical drawings. This apprenticeship is ideal for individuals who enjoy practical work, have good spatial awareness, and are committed to building a career in the construction and woodworking trades.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist skilled joiners and carpenters with on-site and workshop tasks.
• Learn to measure, cut, shape, and fit timber and other materials.
• Participate in the installation of doors, windows, staircases, skirting, and other fixtures.
• Maintain tools and equipment, ensuring they are in good working order.
• Follow safety procedures and site rules meticulously.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Interest in woodworking and construction.
• Ability to work with hands and use tools accurately.
• Good spatial reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Physical fitness and ability to work at heights or in various weather conditions.

Benefits

• Structured training with experienced joiners and carpenters.
• Exposure to a variety of construction projects and techniques.
• Apprentice wages with clear opportunities for advancement.
• Opportunity to achieve a recognized trade qualification.
• A supportive and safe working environment.