Construction Specialists Wanted - Canterbury

Pay & Benefits:

• Min $25.00 per hour to a maximum of $40.00 per hour
• Minimum 30 hours guaranteed per week
• Full-time, permanent roles
• PPE and tools provided
• Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and commercial projects

 

Job Description:

Extrastaff, a Labour Hire Company, is hiring full-time Construction Specialists. Our growing business requires an organised and trustworthy individual who prides yourself on quality workmanship. You will be motivated and result driven. Positions are full-time and permanent, with site location based on project demand.

Key Responsibilities:

Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

Construct, install and repair framework and structures, formwork, framing, cladding and finishing work, including foundation, walls, floors, roofs and ceilings

Cut materials, assemble and Install doors, windows, cladding, insulation, linings, and finishing elements

Construct concrete formwork, create metal and wood structures forms or chutes by using fasteners, rod bending machines or hand tools, and assist in pouring concrete if required

Erect and dismantle scaffolding and access equipment for assembling structures above ground level, in accordance with safety standards

Cover subfloors with building paper to keep out moisture and lay hardwood, parquet, or wood strip block floors by nailing floors to subfloor or cementing them to mastic or asphalt base

Repair and maintain existing fittings

Loading and unloading building and construction materials, tools and equipment and transporting them around sites

Work on rotating project sites across the country

Carry out any other reasonable duties as directed by the employer to support project and business objectives.

Skills and experience required:

2-year experience in the construction industry or Level 4 relevant qualification

NZ Driver license or overseas equivalent is required

Able to work independently and adapt to new environments

Experience working on commercial, infrastructure, or civil construction projects preferred.

Sound knowledge of H&S procedures

Understanding of and commitment to workplace health, safety, and quality standards.

 

Nationwide Opportunity and Travel:

Although this role is listed in Nelson - Tasman, we are recruiting for positions to be deployed across all regions of New Zealand, depending on project requirements. For for clarification, these regions are 

North Island: Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay, Taranaki, Manawatu-Whanganui, Wellington.

South Island: Tasman, Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast, Canterbury, Otago, Southland.

 Applicants are invited to apply from any of these regions and must be willing to travel or relocate within the country as needed, relocation costs will be covered by the company

How to Apply:If you are looking for a new challenge with an opportunity for a dynamic working environment and the possibility of travel, please click APPLY, attach your resume and brief covering letter outlining your experience.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.