Foreman
Job reference : 4026897
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : Annually $105000 - $115000
Location : Queenstown-Lakes, Otago
Posted on : 13-04-2026
Lead construction projects in Queenstown & Central Otago. Great pay, strong pipeline, career growth. Register your interest today!
Are you an experienced Construction Foreman looking for your next opportunity in one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing regions? We are seeking expressions of interest from skilled leaders to support a strong pipeline of commercial and residential projects across Queenstown and Central Otago.
About the Role
As a Foreman, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality builds, leading site teams, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to specification. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, subcontractors, and clients to maintain standards and drive productivity on site.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate with be required to undertake pre-employment checks which may include references, drug and alcohol testing and a Ministry of Justice check.
All applicants must have permanent work rights in New Zealand.
About the Role
As a Foreman, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality builds, leading site teams, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to specification. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, subcontractors, and clients to maintain standards and drive productivity on site.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise day-to-day site operations and coordinate trades
- Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations
- Read and interpret plans, specifications, and schedules
- Monitor project progress and report on milestones
- Maintain quality control and resolve on-site issues efficiently
- Lead, mentor, and motivate site teams
- Proven experience as a Foreman or Senior Leading Hand in construction
- Strong knowledge of NZ building practices and H&S requirements
- Ability to manage multiple trades and deadlines
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Trade qualification preferred but not essential
- Full NZ driver’s license
- Competitive salary package + vehicle (depending on role)
- Opportunities across a variety of projects (commercial, residential, high-end architectural)
- Long-term pipeline of work in a high-growth region
- Supportive companies with strong reputations
- Career progression opportunities
The successful candidate with be required to undertake pre-employment checks which may include references, drug and alcohol testing and a Ministry of Justice check.
All applicants must have permanent work rights in New Zealand.
Platinum Recruitment are proud to be a member of Diversity Works New Zealand and believe in equal opportunities for all and we actively promote diversity and inclusion in all our recruitment processes “Do workplace inclusion well and do well because of it".