Hands-On Precast Concrete Technician – Timaru

Thompson Engineering 2002 Ltd; Timaru; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Precast in Timaru is seeking a Precast Concrete Technician to join our team. You will work alongside skilled tradespeople to manufacture high-quality precast products used in commercial, industrial, agricultural and infrastructure projects across Otago and Canterbury.

The role combines carpentry, construction, concrete work and machinery operation, offering variety and tangible results daily. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential, with training provided for

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry, construction, concrete work, or similar hands-on trades is desirable.
• Experience using hand and power tools is preferred.
• A current New Zealand driver's licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret fabrication drawings.
• Prepare the casting beds by cleaning and polishing steel surfaces.
• Measure, cut and construct formwork and moulds.
• Undertake quality checks and maintain production records.
• Place, vibrate, finish and cure concrete, including architectural finishes.
• Tie reinforcing steel cages and prepare reinforcing components.
• Operate gantry cranes and material handlers (training provided).
• Assist with loading and unloading materials and finished products.

Skills

Hands-on trade experience

Read fabrication drawings

Measure and cut formwork

Operate hand and power tools

Teamwork

Quality checks

Tools

Gantry cranes

Reinforcing steel handling

Concrete finishing tools

Job description

Thompson Precast in Timaru is seeking a Precast Concrete Technician to join our team. You will work alongside skilled tradespeople to manufacture high-quality precast products used in commercial, industrial, agricultural and infrastructure projects across Otago and Canterbury.

The role combines carpentry, construction, concrete work and machinery operation, offering variety and tangible results daily. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential, with training provided for