Carpenter

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

Benefits offered by this job

Minimum 30 hours per week

Career growth opportunities

Travel and accommodation expenses

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our team. The role involves interpreting drawings, selecting timbers, cutting and assembling components, and delivering safe, quality carpentry on site.

You will work on a variety of contract projects, ensure accurate measurements, meet deadlines, and maintain high safety standards. Candidates should have at least 3 years of carpentry experience and a solid knowledge of construction methods.

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, skill saws, 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

3+ years experience

Reading drawings

Timber selection

Site execution

Safety compliance

Tools

Power tools

Cutting tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

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, skill
  saws, 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
• A supportive team culture and career growth pathways.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects.

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