Carpenter - Facilities Renewals

Tauranga; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tauranga City Council is seeking an experienced Carpenter to join the Facilities Renewals team. This hands-on role covers a diverse range of council assets across Tauranga City, including community facilities, residential properties, and commercial buildings.

You will perform general carpentry, painting, concreting, roofing, fencing, plastering and renewal works, with a focus on quality workmanship, health and safety, and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Inclusive carpentry knowledge and building maintenance experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience with varied building methods and materials.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work to set timelines and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• General carpentry and building maintenance
• Internal and external painting
• Concreting, including mixing, laying, and formwork
• Roofing and flooring repairs or installation
• Plastering and finishing work
• Fencing construction (timber and steel)
• Operating machinery and plant (WTR endorsement advantageous)
• Other construction and renewal activities as required

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Technology literacy (mobile apps, iPad

Education

Building or carpentry qualification

Job description

Are you a skilled, practical problem solver who takes pride in delivering quality workmanship? We're looking for an experienced Carpenter to join our Facilities Renewals team.

This is a varied, hands-on role working across a wide range of Tauranga City Council assets, including community facilities, residential properties, and commercial buildings. No two days are the same, with work spanning general carpentry and a variety of maintenance, renewal, and construction projects.

Responsibilities will include:

• General carpentry and building maintenance
• Internal and external painting
• Concreting, including mixing, laying, and formwork
• Roofing and flooring repairs or installation
• Plastering and finishing work
• Fencing construction (timber and steel)
• Operating machinery and plant (WTR endorsement advantageous)
• Other construction and renewal activities as required

Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm.

Examples of projects may include:

• Refurbishing public toilet and amenity blocks
• Constructing timber or concrete seawalls
• Installing bollards and fencing
• Building decks and outdoor structures
• Fitting kitchen cabinetry
• Pouring concrete foundations for cricket wickets
• Undertaking a wide range of community asset renewals

Ngā Pūkenga | What You'll Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role, you'll bring a positive attitude, a strong commitment to health and safety, and pride in delivering high-quality work.

You’ll also have:

• A relevant building or carpentry qualification (preferred)
• At least 5 years' experience working with a variety of building methods and materials
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Be able to work at pace to set timelines
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Confidence using technology, including mobile work management apps and iPads
• A full New Zealand driver's licence
• Good physical fitness and the ability to safely lift up to 20kg

Why Join Us?

Join a team that takes pride in maintaining and improving the facilities our community uses every day. You'll enjoy a diverse workload, supportive teammates, and the opportunity to make a visible difference across Tauranga's public assets.

Applications will close Sunday 15th November

We’re committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those living with disabilities.
If you need any support or adjustments to take part in our recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]

• You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role, we are unable to provide sponsorship for these roles.
• As part of Tauranga City Councils commitment to health, safety and wellbeing, the successful candidate will need to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen.
• Tauranga City Council does not accept unsolicited contact or applications from recruitment agencies. We will not pay fees or commissions related to unsolicited contact.