Carpenter

Turbo Staff Ltd; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 hours minimum per week

Professional development

Supportive team culture

Diverse projects

Travel & accommodation

Job summary

Turbo Staff Ltd in Canterbury is seeking an experienced carpenter to join our skilled team. The role involves a wide range of carpentry and construction tasks, focusing on safe, accurate, and timely contract works in accordance with site plans.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in the industry, strong ability to read plans, and proven framing/roofing competence. We offer steady hours and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Proven competency with prior experience in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction procedures and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and measurements accurately.
• Proficient in framework erection, panel systems, roof framing, sub-flooring, and verification of structural alignment.
• Skilled in assembling, installing, and repairing wood structures and fixtures.
• Knowledge of bricklaying, mortar application, and precision joint work.
• Comfortable working at varying heights and ensuring structural precision.

Responsibilities

• Study drawings and specifications to determine materials, dimensions, and installation procedures.
• Order, select, and prepare timbers and other required materials.
• Cut, shape, and assemble wood parts, nail and secure structures with precision.
• Erect frameworks, roof framing, sub-flooring, and floorboards, ensuring trueness and accurate alignment.
• Perform installation of cladding, fascia, doors, windows, and other fittings.
• Sheath roofs and assemble prepared wood for structures and fittings.
• Carry out concrete formwork, cutting wood joints, and repairing existing fittings when required.
• Install and fabricate a variety of materials such as timber, stone, brick, metal, plastic laminates, and Perspex.
• Install glass and mirrors in windows, skylights, doors, interior partitions, and display areas.
• Operate machinery, power tools, and hand tools effectively (e.g., nail guns, skillsaws, drills, grinders, and drop saws).
• Assist with additional onsite tasks such as mixing and spreading concrete, loading/unloading materials, insulating buildings, fitting awnings/screens, erecting scaffolding, digging trenches, and general site preparation.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Read plans & specs

Framing & roofing

Safety awareness

Tools

Nail guns

Skillsaws

Drills

Grinders

Drop saws

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Carpenters to join our team. The role requires providing trade skills, knowledge, and experience to successfully undertake a wide range of carpentry and construction tasks. You will be responsible for completing contract works in a safe, accurate, and timely manner, while adhering to all health and safety requirements.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Carpenters to join our team. The role requires providing trade skills, knowledge, and experience to successfully undertake a wide range of carpentry and construction tasks. You will be responsible for completing contract works in a safe, accurate, and timely manner, while adhering to all health and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Study drawings and specifications to determine materials, dimensions, and installation procedures.
• Order, select, and prepare timbers and other required materials.
• Cut, shape, and assemble wood parts, nail and secure structures with precision.
• Erect frameworks, roof framing, sub-flooring, and floorboards, ensuring trueness and accurate alignment.
• Perform installation of cladding, fascia, doors, windows, and other fittings.
• Sheath roofs and assemble prepared wood for structures and fittings.
• Carry out concrete formwork, cutting wood joints, and repairing existing fittings when required.
• Install and fabricate a variety of materials such as timber, stone, brick, metal, plastic laminates, and Perspex.
• Install glass and mirrors in windows, skylights, doors, interior partitions, and display areas.
• Operate machinery, power tools, and hand tools effectively (e.g., nail guns, skillsaws, drills, grinders, and drop saws).
• Assist with additional onsite tasks such as mixing and spreading concrete, loading/unloading materials, insulating buildings, fitting awnings/screens, erecting scaffolding, digging trenches, and general site preparation.

Skills & Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Proven competency with prior experience in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction procedures and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and measurements accurately.
• Proficient in framework erection, panel systems, roof framing, sub-flooring, and verification of structural alignment.
• Skilled in assembling, installing, and repairing wood structures and fixtures.
• Knowledge of bricklaying, mortar application, and precision joint work.
• Comfortable working at varying heights and ensuring structural precision.

What We Offer

• Minimum guaranteed 30 hours per week
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A supportive team culture and career growth pathways
• Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects

When workers are required to travel, appropriate travel and accommodation expenses will be provided.

Positions available in the following regions

• Auckland
• Waikato
• Bay of Plenty
• Hawkes Bay
• Manawatu-Whanganui
• Wellington
• Tasman
• Nelson
• Marlborough
• West Coast
• Southland
• Northland
• Taranaki
• Gisborne
• Canterbury
• Otago