Deconstruction Foreperson WANTED

Levela Deconstruction:

In New Zealand 50% of landfill waste is as a result of construction and demolition trades. Levela Deconstruction aims to safely deconstruct to minimising material waste. Established in 2021, Levela specialises in the safe deconstruction of residential homes and commercial premises with an emphasis on reuse.

 The Levela Team are curious self-starters who have their finger on the pulse with New Zealand and global demolition business practices. Visit www.LevelaDeconstruction.co.nz for more information. Priding our selves on many great projects completed ranging in scale from single  residential dwellings to full commercial and heritage buildings.

Foreperson:

We are looking for an individual that is a natural leader. Someone with a 'hands on' approach as you will be required to work alongside your team delivering projects. Someone who is proactive & confident in making the right decisions to get the project completed safely & on time. Someone who is able to comfortably delegate tasks to their peers/subcontractors on site. Great communication is important; The ability to express oneself in a professional yet personable manner while representing the business with integrity is key to success.

What you will need to succeed:

• A proven track record leading a team (a certificate in supervising workers will help)
• 5+ Years in the construction industry
• Reliable, Hardworking and Adaptable
• Demolition/Deconstruction experience (preferred but is not essential for this role)
• Complete understanding of how to deliver projects from plans provided
• Your own power tools  
• Class 1 License (Full)
• CLEAN criminal record 
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug test 
• Contactable previous employer references 
• Rights to work in New Zealand
• 40 Hours per week, minimum 

What you will learn:

• Tools and methods of deconstruction

• Timber species and uses

• True sustainable deconstruction practices 

• How we can make a significant difference to the industry

• Training and certified courses related to the industry and our work.

Levela is a young business open to growth opportunities. We are looking for an individual that can thrive in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines; who can work independently and collaboratively; and can build strong relationships with the Managing Directors to ensure that information, tasks, and priorities are communicated effectively. 

The Team

The Levela Team is full of energy, knowledge and walk with integrity and passion. They think outside the box and are solution focused. Levela understands the importance of collaborating and are committed to delivering excellence to their clients. 

This is an opportunity to become a part of a business where there is real room for growth. Managing Directors, Alex and Dylan, are looking for someone that is excited by this opportunity. They are prepared to invest in the right employee, to encourage positive career growth within the business, but also within the wider industry.