Senior Timber Frame & Truss Detailer — Pryda/MiTek Expert

Canstaff; Henderson-Massey; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Canstaff is seeking a skilled Frame & Truss Detailer to translate architectural and engineering plans into precise manufacturing drawings for timber wall frames, roof trusses, and floor systems. The role ensures compliance with building codes and engineering specs while collaborating with production teams.

You will interpret plans, produce detailed drawings using Pryda/MiTek, and generate cutting lists and layouts to optimise timber usage and reduce costs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in frame and truss detailing or timber systems design.
• Proficient with Pryda or MiTek software.
• Relevant timber/design qualification is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of residential or commercial construction.

Responsibilities

• Interpret plans and accurately translate architectural/structural drawings into detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Produce detailed drawings and cutting lists for timber frames, roof trusses, and flooring systems using Pryda/MiTek.
• Generate manufacturing outputs: cutting lists, layout plans, material lists, bracing details.
• Apply engineering principles to ensure designs comply with codes and standards.

Skills

Frame & Truss Detailing

Timber Framing

Construction Knowledge

Education

Timber Systems Design qualification

Carpentry/Architectural Technology qualification

Tools

Pryda

MiTek

Job description

Canstaff is seeking a skilled Frame & Truss Detailer to translate architectural and engineering plans into precise manufacturing drawings for timber wall frames, roof trusses, and floor systems. The role ensures compliance with building codes and engineering specs while collaborating with production teams.

You will interpret plans, produce detailed drawings using Pryda/MiTek, and generate cutting lists and layouts to optimise timber usage and reduce costs.