Carpenter & Joiner

Tradestaff; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradestaff is seeking experienced Carpenter/Joiners for diverse projects in Gisborne, with work across residential builds, commercial fit-outs and precision joinery. Gisborne will be the main region, with potential work in Bay of Plenty, Waikato and other regions. You’ll join a skilled crew on varied projects.

The role offers $28-38/hr depending on experience, guaranteed 30+ hours per week, and ongoing opportunities with our recruitment team supporting your success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' relevant work experience or NZQF Level 4 qualification.
• Your own hand and power tools.
• Reliable transport and two solid work references.
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety and ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Residential, commercial & civil carpentry tasks.
• 1st, 2nd & final fix carpentry and joinery work.
• Reading plans, specifications & technical drawings.
• Fabricating, installing and repairing joinery components such as doors, windows, staircases and cabinetry.
• Framing, subflooring, cladding and roof work.
• Precision fitting and finishing of timber and composite materials.
• Shuttering joinery & steel tying; operating relevant tools and machinery.

Skills

Carpentry

Joinery

Power tools

Education

NZQF Level 4 qualification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Carpenter/Joiners Wanted - Gisborne, New Zealand

Ready to sharpen your skills and work across diverse projects?

We're looking for experienced Carpenter/Joiners who are confident in both carpentry and joinery duties.

If you thrive on variety and enjoy working on everything from residential builds to commercial fit-outs and precision joinery, we want to hear from you!

Gisborne will be the predominant region of work for this role, however you may also be required to work in Bay of Plenty, Waikato, Hawkes Bay, Auckland Manawatu-Whanganui and Wellington regions. This will be discussed further with the successful applicant.

What’s in it for you?

Join a skilled crew working on a broad range of projects, from new builds to detailed finish work and complex fit-outs. No two days are the same!

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• You’ll need to be confident and experienced with:
• Residential, commercial & civil carpentry
• 1st, 2nd & final fix carpentry and joinery work
• Reading and working from plans, specifications & technical drawings
• Fabricating, installing, and repairing joinery components such as doors, windows, staircases, cabinetry, and bespoke timber features
• Framing, subflooring, cladding & roof work
• Precision fitting and finishing of timber and composite materials
• Shuttering joinery & steel tying
• Operating power tools and machinery relevant to both carpentry and joinery

What we’re looking for:

• A minimum of 3 years' relevant work experience, or
• A relevant NZQF Level 4 qualification (or an overseas qualification recognised by NZQA as comparable).
• Your own hand and power tools
• Reliable transport
• Two solid work references
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug test

What’s in it for you?

• $28- $38/hr (depending on experience)
• Guaranteed 30+ hours/week
• Ongoing work on a variety of exciting projects
• Support from a top recruitment team dedicated to your success