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Carpenter

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Construction · Christchurch, New Zealand · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored

Kabayan, if you have spent years framing walls, fixing roofs and building on busy sites, here is a Carpenter role worth a look. A New Zealand-owned contracting business is hiring experienced Carpenters in Christchurch for full-time work with its construction crews.

Many of our readers have built up their trade skills overseas, and this role values exactly that kind of variety. The team works on commercial, residential and industrial projects, so experience with different construction methods is a real plus. Projects can be short or long, hours are consistent, and permanent employment is possible.

The company asks for quality, precise work done safely and efficiently. Eligible candidates also have access to visa sponsorship opportunities, which makes this a role to consider carefully if New Zealand is your goal.

Give yourself the best start with an English CV that shows your carpentry projects, roofing and cladding experience, tickets, and supervisors who can give a reference. When you are ready, let Build AI CV help you prepare a framing and roofing carpenter CV.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform general carpentry on a variety of sites.
  • Do framing, fixing and other construction duties.
  • Install new roofing and carry out roof repairs, maintenance and related work.
  • Measure and cut timber, frames, roofing materials and building components.
  • Assemble and install those materials and components.
  • Complete exterior cladding, architraves and steel stud work.
  • Follow construction drawings, plans, specifications, measurements and instructions.
  • Work safely and efficiently, keeping your workmanship to a high standard.

Requirements & Eligibility

  • Relevant residential or commercial construction experience, a strong work history, and references that support your experience and the standard of your work.
  • Ideally, you have experience in general carpentry, framing, fixing, roofing, exterior cladding, architraves, steel stud work and reading construction drawings, plans, specifications and measurements.
  • Site Safe and other relevant trade tickets and licences would be an advantage.
  • It is advantageous to have your own hand and power tools, and advantageous to hold a Drivers license and have your own vehicle.

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