Job Advertisement – Construction Labourer
Employer: MTH Builders Limited
Location: Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

MTH Builders Limited is a Christchurch-based construction company involved in building new homes, renovating residential properties, and undertaking government construction projects throughout the Canterbury region. We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking Construction Labourer to join our team.

Employment Terms

  • Position: Construction Labourer
  • Job Type: Full-time, permanent
  • Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Minimum Guaranteed Hours: 30 hours per week
  • Pay Rate: $25 – $30 per hour (depending on skills and experience)
  • Job Location: Christchurch, with work across the Canterbury region

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful applicant will assist with a range of construction site tasks, including but not limited to:

  • Loading and unloading construction materials, tools, and equipment, and transporting them around building sites
  • Mixing, spreading, and levelling concrete, plaster, and mortar
  • Laying out fence lines and lifting and positioning posts
  • Insulating buildings, pipes, and ducting
  • Installing awnings, security screens, and other home improvement fittings
  • Assembling and erecting scaffolding and rigging under supervision
  • Digging holes and trenches, and spreading, levelling, and compacting soil, gravel, sand, and ballast
  • Erecting and dismantling barricades and temporary site barriers
  • Assisting with directing cranes and other machinery during lifting operations
  • Supporting builders and tradespeople with general site preparation and clean-up

Minimum Requirements

  • Physically fit and capable of performing manual labour, including heavy lifting
  • Ability to work safely in a construction environment
  • A positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn
  • Relevant construction or labouring experience is preferred but not essential

MTH Builders Limited offers a supportive work environment and opportunities to gain valuable experience in residential and commercial construction projects.

Interested applicants should submit their CV and a brief cover letter.

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following question(s):

  • Are you a New Zealand Citizen/Resident?