Site Foreman

Maycroft Construction; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Maycroft Construction in New Zealand is seeking a skilled Site Foreman to lead daily site operations, coordinate teams and subcontractors, and deliver projects on time and within budget.

You’ll drive safety, quality, and environmental standards, mentor apprentices, nurture client and consultant relationships, and report progress with clear communication.

Qualifications

• Strong carpentry or site leadership experience.
• A sharp eye for detail and quality.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Clear communication with clients, subcontractors, and teams.
• Solid understanding of construction processes and H&S.
• A proactive attitude, pride in workmanship, and alignment with Maycroft’s values.

Responsibilities

• Leading daily site operations, coordinating teams, subcontractors, and resources to meet programme and quality targets.
• Driving safety, quality, and environmental standards, ensuring every task meets Maycroft’s expectations.
• Solving problems on the ground, anticipating risks, and keeping projects moving efficiently.
• Building strong, respectful relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and your wider project team.
• Mentoring apprentices and developing the capability of your site crew.
• Supporting project delivery through accurate reporting, programme updates, and clear communication.

Skills

Carpentry

Site leadership

Attention to detail

Communication with clients

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

A bit about us
We have been in business for seven decades and are (just a little bit) proud to share that through our values of Integrity, Responsibility, Respect and Support, we have established a reputation as a leading construction company across the central and lower North Island. We are employee-owned and have a purpose to build trust through Great buildings, Great people, and Great relationships. Check out our website to find out more!

A bit about the role

Are you a skilled Site foreman, ready for your next challenge? We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering top-quality projects on time and within budget.

Depending on your role, you could be:

• Leading daily site operations, coordinating teams, subcontractors, and resources to meet programme and quality targets
• Driving safety, quality, and environmental standards, ensuring every task meets Maycroft’s expectations
• Solving problems on the ground, anticipating risks, and keeping projects moving efficiently
• Building strong, respectful relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and your wider project team
• Mentoring apprentices and developing the capability of your site crew
• Supporting project delivery through accurate reporting, programme updates, and clear communication

What You’ll Need

• Strong carpentry or site leadership experience
• A sharp eye for detail and quality
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Clear communication with clients, subcontractors, and teams
• Solid understanding of construction processes and H&S
• A proactive attitude, pride in workmanship, and alignment with Maycroft’s values

What’s in It for You

• Be part of a respected and employee-owned construction company known for its excellence and team-oriented culture
• Collaborate with a dedicated team that values innovation, integrity, and mutual support
• Contribute to meaningful projects that make a real difference in the community
• Experience a work environment where your skills and ideas are valued and nurture

We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference will bring to our team.

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.