Carpenter Pre-Nail Frame & Truss

Canstaff

Canterbury

On-site

NZD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience
Steady, ongoing work
Small-team environment

Job summary

Canstaff is seeking a factory-based worker in Canterbury to assemble timber frames and roof trusses from plans in a safe, efficient production environment. You will contribute to high-quality results through accurate measuring, cutting, and joining of components.

Applicants should have proven framing / pre-nail experience, strong attention to detail, reliability, and a safety-first mindset, with own transport and basic hand tools. Competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

  • Proven framing / pre-nail experience
  • Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
  • Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused
  • Own reliable transport and basic hand tools

Responsibilities

  • Assemble frames and trusses to plans and specifications
  • Measure, cut, and fix timber components accurately
  • Safe use of hand and power tools
  • Work collaboratively with the production team
  • Maintain a clean and safe workspace

Skills

Framing experience
Pre-nail experience

Job description

Join our clients growing close knit team today

Our client is a growing pre-nail frame and truss manufacturing plant supplying quality residential and light commercial builds. This is a great opportunity to join a tight-knit team where talent meets opportunity and your skills are valued. Due to continued growth, we're looking for a reliable person for an immediate start.

About the Role

You'll be factory-based, assembling timber frames and roof trusses from plans, delivering consistent, high-quality results in a safe and efficient production environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assemble frames and trusses to plans and specifications
  • Measure, cut, and fix timber components accurately
  • Safe use of hand and power tools
  • Work collaboratively with the production team
  • Maintain a clean and safe workspace
What We’re Looking For
  • Proven framing / pre-nail experience
  • Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
  • Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused
  • Own reliable transport and basic hand tools
What’s On Offer
  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Ongoing, steady work in a growing business
  • Supportive, small-team environment where every voice counts
  • Opportunity to grow and develop long-term

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