Carpentry Apprentice: Hands-On Framing & Roofing

South Island - Nelson / Marlborough Blenheim; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

South Island - Nelson / Marlborough Blenheim is seeking a skilled Apprentice Carpenter to join the Blenheim team. You will carry out a range of carpentry tasks on active projects, measuring, cutting, framing, and installing timber structures while maintaining safety and quality.

The role is full-time with 40–50 hours per week at 27 NZD per hour. You will need practical skills, the ability to work in a crew, and a commitment to safe work practices in a dynamic building environment.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of carpentry tools, materials and construction methods.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically fit and able to undertake the requirements of the role.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Having own vehicle/own carpentry tools and NZ full driving licence is advantageous but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Measure, mark, cut and assemble timber and other building materials.
• Carry out framing, flooring, roofing, cladding, doors, windows and other carpentry work.
• Install and repair timber structures, fixtures and fittings.
• Use hand tools, power tools and carpentry equipment safely and correctly.
• Carry out maintenance, repairs and alterations as required.
• Check completed work to ensure it meets required quality and building standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures.
• Work effectively as part of a team and complete tasks within agreed timeframes.

Skills

Carpentry knowledge

Job description

South Island - Nelson / Marlborough Blenheim is seeking a skilled Apprentice Carpenter to join the Blenheim team. You will carry out a range of carpentry tasks on active projects, measuring, cutting, framing, and installing timber structures while maintaining safety and quality.

The role is full-time with 40–50 hours per week at 27 NZD per hour. You will need practical skills, the ability to work in a crew, and a commitment to safe work practices in a dynamic building environment.