Carpenter

Turbo Staff Ltd; Nelson; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 hours/week guaranteed

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Diverse and challenging projects

Travel expenses provided

Job summary

Turbo Staff Ltd is seeking a skilled carpenter to join our team in New Zealand. You will perform a wide range of carpentry and construction tasks, ensuring safe, accurate, and timely completion of contracted works.

You will study drawings, select materials, and assemble structures including framing, cladding, and fittings while adhering to health and safety requirements. A minimum of 3 years in construction is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant carpentry experience in construction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs and measurements.
• Proven competency in framing, roof work, and timber assemblies.
• Experience with different materials and fasteners used in structural work.

Responsibilities

• Study drawings and specifications to determine materials and installation procedures.
• Order, select and prepare timbers and other materials.
• Cut, shape and assemble wood parts with precision and joinery accuracy.
• Erect frameworks, roof framing, sub-flooring and flooring systems.
• Install cladding, doors, windows and other fittings.
• Operate power and hand tools safely and efficiently.
• Assist with concrete formwork and site preparation tasks.
• Travel to sites with travel and lodging provided as needed.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Reading blueprints

Framing

Timber framing

Site safety

Tool handling

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