Port Civil Carpenter: Formwork & Structural Mastery

Fulton Hogan Ltd; Timaru; On-site; NZD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top-up payment

Family scholarships

Fuel discount card

Ongoing training and development

Retail discounts

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Fulton Hogan Ltd in Timaru is seeking a qualified Civil Carpenter for a full-time fixed-term role at Timaru Port Wharf. You will work on formwork, retaining walls, wharves and concrete structures, applying strong safety and teamwork with a practical, detail‑oriented approach.

You should have at least 3 years in carpentry, a carpentry qualification preferred, and a Class 1 NZ driver licence. The team is flat and collaborative, with training, benefits and ongoing development offered.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in a carpentry role, ideally in civil or heavy construction.
• A carpentry qualification is highly preferred.
• A Class 1 full NZ driver licence.
• Experience with formwork, concrete structures, retaining walls, wharves, abutments, piers, columns, or similar civil works.

Responsibilities

• Complete formwork, boxing, and civil carpentry work for wharf and port structures.
• Interpret plans and drawings to deliver work accurately and efficiently.
• Repair, build, and fit structural elements as part of marine and heavy civil works.
• Work closely with supervisors, leaders, and site crew to keep delivery moving safely and smoothly.
• Operate hand and power tools needed for day-to-day carpentry work.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Formwork

Concrete

Retaining walls

Wharves

Abutments

Piers

Driver licence

Education

Carpentry qualification

Job description

Fulton Hogan Ltd in Timaru is seeking a qualified Civil Carpenter for a full-time fixed-term role at Timaru Port Wharf. You will work on formwork, retaining walls, wharves and concrete structures, applying strong safety and teamwork with a practical, detail‑oriented approach.

You should have at least 3 years in carpentry, a carpentry qualification preferred, and a Class 1 NZ driver licence. The team is flat and collaborative, with training, benefits and ongoing development offered.