Installation Foreman

Assemble; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitrocsa New Zealand is seeking an experienced Installation Foreman to lead onsite installations across Auckland and the upper North Island, with regular travel to Christchurch and other South Island locations. This is a hands-on leadership role, guiding the on-site team while maintaining Vitrocsa's high standards of precision and quality.

You'll work with builders, architects and project managers, reading drawings, coordinating activities and upholding safety on site.

Qualifications

• NZ Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) or equivalent trade qualification.
• Strong carpentry or construction experience with leadership capability.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and shop drawings.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• sound health and safety knowledge.
• Full Class 1 driver’s licence.
• Ability to travel throughout New Zealand when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and carry out installations across high-end residential and architectural projects.
• Conduct accurate site measures and ensure projects are prepared before installation.
• Read and interpret architectural and shop drawings.
• Run pre-start meetings with builders and site representatives.
• Coordinate installation activities and provide day-to-day leadership to onsite team.
• Maintain health and safety standards, inductions and hazard management.
• Complete QA inspections and ensure project documentation is accurate.
• Identify and resolve installation challenges as they arise.
• Act as primary onsite contact for builders, architects and stakeholders.
• Provide mentoring and training to installers while leading by example.

Skills

Carpentry

Leadership

Reading drawings

Communication

Health and safety

Driver's licence

Travel readiness

Education

NZ Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4)

Job description

The Company:

Vitrocsa is internationally recognised as the creator of the world's original minimalist window system. Precision-engineered in Switzerland over 30 years ago, the brand has become synonymous with architectural innovation, delivering some of the slimmest and most sophisticated glazing systems available anywhere in the world.

Designed to remove visual barriers between inside and out, Vitrocsa systems allow expansive glass panels with minimal framing, enabling entire walls to slide, pivot or disappear seamlessly into the architecture of a building. The result is breathtaking spaces defined by light, openness and uninterrupted views.

In New Zealand, Vitrocsa has built a strong reputation working alongside leading architects, builders and developers on high-end residential and architecturally ambitious projects. Every system is custom designed, engineered and installed with absolute precision, making Vitrocsa installations as much about craftsmanship and execution as they are about the product itself.

From luxury coastal homes to complex architectural builds, the team works on some of the most design-led and technically demanding projects in the country.

The Role:

Vitrocsa New Zealand is seeking an experienced Installation Foreman to lead and elevate our onsite installations. Please note this is atravel heavy role. Successful employee must be comfortable travelling outside of Auckland regularly.

This is a hands-on trade leadership role, working on the tools while leading installations across Auckland and surrounding regions. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, accurately and to the exceptionally high standards that Vitrocsa is known for.

Working alongside builders, architects and project managers, you'll act as the on-site face of the brand, coordinating installations, solving problems and mentoring installation staff while maintaining a strong focus on quality and craftsmanship.

For the right person, this role offers a genuine pathway into an Installation Manager position, providing the opportunity to take ownership of multiple projects and a larger installation team over time.

The Auckland warehouse and office are based in Wiri, with projects primarily located throughout Auckland and the upper North Island. Travel to Christchurch and other South Island locations will be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and carry out installations across high-end residential and architectural construction projects
• Conduct accurate site measures and ensure projects are properly prepared before installation commences
• Read and interpret architectural and shop drawings
• Run pre-start meetings with builders and site representatives
• Coordinate installation activities and provide day-to-day leadership to the onsite team
• Maintain strong health and safety standards, including inductions, toolbox talks and hazard management
• Complete QA inspections and maintain accurate project documentation
• Identify and resolve installation challenges as they arise
• Act as the primary onsite contact for builders, architects and project stakeholders
• Provide mentoring, guidance and training to installers while leading by example

The Expertise:

We're looking for a qualified carpenter who understands how buildings come together and takes pride in delivering exceptionally high-quality work.

You’ll likely have experience as a Foreman, Leading Hand, Senior Carpenter or Site Supervisor within the residential, commercial or architectural construction sectors, and be confident leading small teams while remaining hands‑on.

Experience working on high-end homes, architectural projects, façade systems, glazing, joinery or specialist construction elements will be highly regarded, although not essential.

To be successful, you’ll bring:

• NZ Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) or equivalent trade qualification
• Strong carpentry or construction experience with proven leadership capability
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and shop drawings
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Sound health and safety knowledge
• Full Class 1 driver’s licence
• Ability to travel throughout New Zealand when required

Highly Regarded:

• Glass handling or glazing installation experience
• Experience coordinating crane lifts and complex installation activities
• Forklift licence
• Experience working on premium residential or architecturally designed projects
• Experience dealing with on‑site craneage, slinging and signalling

Why Join Vitrocsa?

• Work with a globally recognised premium architectural brand
• Be involved in some of New Zealand's most impressive architectural homes
• Lead a specialist installation team delivering bespoke projects
• Clear progression pathway to Installation Manager
• Strong company culture built around quality, craftsmanship and accountability
• Opportunity to help shape and grow the Auckland operation

If you are a trades professional who enjoys leading from the front, takes pride in precision and wants to build a long‑term career with a premium architectural brand, we'd love to hear from you.