Lead Residential Carpenter & Site Manager

Tradestaff; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradestaff is seeking an experienced Residential Construction Foreman to lead quality building projects across Christchurch. A qualified carpenter with proven leadership will manage a busy residential site, coordinate trades, and drive project delivery.

Location is Christchurch, Canterbury. Start date is immediate with pay rate NZ$40–$45 per hour plus weekly pay. We welcome hands-on leaders who can keep projects moving and maintain safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience on residential sites.
• Qualified carpenter with NZ Level 4 or recognised equivalent.
• Confident in reading building plans and specs.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Solid health and safety knowledge and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise builders, apprentices and subcontractors on residential sites.
• Coordinate daily site activities, work schedules and trade requirements.
• Oversee residential new builds, renovations and alterations.
• Read and interpret building plans, specifications and construction drawings.
• Organise materials, equipment and deliveries to keep projects progressing.
• Monitor workmanship, milestones and quality standards.
• Maintain site health and safety procedures and ensure NZ requirements are met.

Skills

Leadership

Carpentry

Reading plans

Communication

Health & safety

Education

NZ Level 4 Carpentry

Job description

Tradestaff is seeking an experienced Residential Construction Foreman to lead quality building projects across Christchurch. A qualified carpenter with proven leadership will manage a busy residential site, coordinate trades, and drive project delivery.

Location is Christchurch, Canterbury. Start date is immediate with pay rate NZ$40–$45 per hour plus weekly pay. We welcome hands-on leaders who can keep projects moving and maintain safety standards.