Civil Carpenter – Path to Foreman on Major Infra Projects

Franklin Smith Group; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term local work

Overtime available

Modern gear

Progression to leadership roles

Strong project pipeline

Job summary

Franklin Smith Group in Christchurch is seeking experienced Civil Carpenters to join our commercial and infrastructure projects. You will work on formwork, concrete pours, boxing, and large-scale sites across Canterbury, delivering quality workmanship.

The role offers long-term local work, a strong pipeline of projects, overtime options, modern gear, and opportunities to progress into Leading Hand or Foreman roles. Readiness to lead crews and work unsupervised is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil concrete and formwork.
• Confident reading plans and setting out.
• Experience with footpaths, bridges, retaining walls, foundations and structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil carpentry on large-scale projects across Canterbury.
• Read and interpret plans, set out work accurately.
• Work unsupervised and supervise crew to maintain quality.

Skills

Formwork

Reading plans

Site supervision

Concrete works

Reliability

Job description

Franklin Smith Group in Christchurch is seeking experienced Civil Carpenters to join our commercial and infrastructure projects. You will work on formwork, concrete pours, boxing, and large-scale sites across Canterbury, delivering quality workmanship.

The role offers long-term local work, a strong pipeline of projects, overtime options, modern gear, and opportunities to progress into Leading Hand or Foreman roles. Readiness to lead crews and work unsupervised is valued.