Carpenter

APS Contractors Ltd; Auckland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

APS Contractors Ltd in Auckland, New Zealand, is hiring two experienced carpenters for residential construction projects across Auckland. You will contribute from framing through finishing, reading plans and ensuring quality workmanship.

Ideal candidates have Level 4 qualification or 2 years of proven experience, strong safety practices, and a collaborative approach to work with builders, supervisors and trades on site.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential construction.
• Ability to read construction drawings and plans.
• Commitment to quality workmanship and safety on site.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general carpentry, framing, fixing and construction duties across residential construction sites.
• Measure, mark, cut, shape, assemble and install timber and other building materials.
• Construct and install wall frames, floor structures, roof framing and other timber components.
• Install doors, windows, architraves, skirting, mouldings and other building components as required.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications and measurements.
• Set out and check dimensions to ensure construction work is accurate and complies with project requirements.
• Use hand tools, power tools and carpentry equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with the installation of flooring, cladding and other construction components where required.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets required quality and workmanship standards.
• Work closely with builders, supervisors, subcontractors and other trades on construction sites.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work area.
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures, including the correct use of PPE.
• Identify and report any construction issues, defects, material shortages or safety hazards to the supervisor.
• Complete carpentry tasks within agreed project timeframes while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.

Skills

Carpentry

Framing

Reading drawings

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Level 4 qualification

Job description

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APS Contractors Ltd – Auckland, North Island

APS Contractors Limited is seeking two experienced and reliable Carpenters to join its construction team for residential construction projects across Auckland. The company is involved in a range of residential building and construction work, and is looking for skilled carpenters who can contribute to projects from structural framing through to general carpentry and finishing work.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general carpentry, framing, fixing and construction duties across residential construction sites.
• Measure, mark, cut, shape, assemble and install timber and other building materials.
• Construct and install wall frames, floor structures, roof framing and other timber components.
• Install doors, windows, architraves, skirting, mouldings and other building components as required.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications and measurements.
• Set out and check dimensions to ensure construction work is accurate and complies with project requirements.
• Use hand tools, power tools and carpentry equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with the installation of flooring, cladding and other construction components where required.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets required quality and workmanship standards.
• Work closely with builders, supervisors, subcontractors and other trades on construction sites.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work area.
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures, including the correct use of personal protective equipment.
• Identify and report any construction issues, defects, material shortages or safety hazards to the supervisor.
• Complete carpentry tasks within agreed project timeframes while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.
• Perform other reasonable carpentry and construction-related duties as required.

Experience and Qualification:

Level 4 qualification or 2 years experience