Skilled Carpenter - Diverse Projects, Growth & Travel

Turbo Staff Ltd; Otago; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Turbo Staff Ltd is seeking skilled Carpenters for on-site construction projects in New Zealand's Otago region. The role requires preparing materials, reading plans, and executing frame work with precision. You will handle cladding, roofing, and interior fittings, while maintaining safety standards.

Minimum 30 hours per week guaranteed, with opportunities for professional development and career growth within a supportive team. Travel and accommodation will be provided when required.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Proven competency with prior experience in the construction industry.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and measurements accurately.
• Proficient in framework erection, panel systems, roof framing, sub-flooring, and verification of structural alignment.
• Skilled in assembling, installing, and repairing wood structures and fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Study drawings and specifications to determine materials, dimensions, and installation procedures.
• Order, select, and prepare timbers and other required materials.
• Cut, shape, and assemble wood parts, nail and secure structures with precision.
• Erect frameworks, roof framing, sub-flooring, and floorboards, ensuring trueness and accurate alignment.
• Perform installation of cladding, fascia, doors, windows, and other fittings.
• Sheath roofs and assemble prepared wood for structures and fittings.
• Carry out concrete formwork, cutting wood joints, and repairing existing fittings when required.
• Install and fabricate a variety of materials such as timber, stone, brick, metal, plastic laminates, and Perspex.
• Install glass and mirrors in windows, skylights, doors, interior partitions, and display areas.
• Operate machinery, power tools, and hand tools effectively (e.g., nail guns, skillsaws, drills, grinders, and drop saws).
• Assist with additional onsite tasks such as mixing and spreading concrete, loading/unloading materials, insulating buildings, fitting awnings/screens, erecting scaffolding, digging trenches, and general site preparation.

Skills

Reading plans

Timber framing

Power tools

Safety compliance

Precise measurements

Tools

Nail guns

Skill saws

Drills

Grinders

Drop saws

Job description

Turbo Staff Ltd is seeking skilled Carpenters for on-site construction projects in New Zealand's Otago region. The role requires preparing materials, reading plans, and executing frame work with precision. You will handle cladding, roofing, and interior fittings, while maintaining safety standards.

Minimum 30 hours per week guaranteed, with opportunities for professional development and career growth within a supportive team. Travel and accommodation will be provided when required.