Concrete Cadet Queenstown

Talent Propeller Limited; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health insurance after a qualifyi

Staff referral scheme

Team recognition events

Discounts on tyres, fuel, and oils

Job summary

Allied Concrete is seeking a Concrete Cadet to learn hands-on skills in batching, dispatching, and yard operations while earning qualifications. No prior experience required; supervision and training will be provided to develop essential industry competencies.

You will start in a learning environment outdoors, gaining exposure to forklift operation, testing, and truck driving. The role emphasises teamwork, safety, and career progression within the company.

Qualifications

• School leavers or young go-getters looking for a career, not just a job.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• A reliable team player who isn't afraid of hard work.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of the concrete business, including batching, dispatching, forward order taking, and yard housekeeping.
• Drive forklift, loader and concrete trucks as part of daily tasks.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Reliable team player

Hard working

Education

BCITO Certificate in Concrete Production Level 4

Job description

• Are you a school leaver wanting a career?
• Do you want to obtain a formal qualification whilst working?
• Are you flexible with your work hours?

Are you ready to get hands-on, learn valuable skills, and start earning straight out of school? Join us as a Concrete Cadet and build your future.

What's in it for you?

Learn and Earn!

We'll teach you everything you need to know - no experience is necessary. We'll support you to get the required licences and certificates, including a BCITO Certificate in Concrete Production Level 4.

Career growth:

Start here and work your way up in the industry. Learn all aspects of the concrete business, including batching, dispatching, forward order taking, housekeeping of the yard, slumping, testing, driving the forklift, loader and concrete trucks.

Work outdoors:

Enjoy being out and about, seeing Aotearoa when others are in the office.

Team support:

Be part of a crew that values teamwork and safety.

What we're looking for

• School leavers or young go-getters looking for a career, not just a job
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• A reliable team player who isn't afraid of hard work

Why choose us?

We'll invest in you, provide hands-on training, and offer real opportunities to grow. Our team benefits include:

• Free health insurance after a qualifying period
• A staff referral scheme, refer a friend and get rewarded
• Team recognition events
• Discounts on the important things - tyres, fuel, and oils

We are Allied Concrete, a member of the H.W. Richardson Group of Companies and a widely recognised and highly professional, national supplier of ready‑mixed concrete. We strive to provide the best results for our customers, and ensure our people get home safe every night.

We also make a point of developing our own talent and promoting from within wherever we can.

Allied Concrete is committed to providing a safe and drug free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test, as well as a driving assessment by our regional driver trainer prior to confirmation of employment.

Candidates for this position must have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.

Kickstart your career as a Concrete Cadet - today.