Blokhaus Recruitment is seeking motivated Tilers for permanent full-time roles in Otago. Working on residential and commercial sites, you will handle surface preparation, waterproofing, and tile installations alongside a qualified trade team.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Tiler to join our team in Otago. This role offers an excellent mix of variety and steady workflow, assisting our qualified tradespeople with surface preparation, waterproofing, and tile installations across both commercial developments and residential sites. This is a great opportunity for a proactive individual looking to gain hands-on experience, expand their skills, and contribute to a high-performing trade team.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Examining plans, measuring and marking surfaces and laying out work
  • Preparing wall and floor surfaces by removing old tiles, grout and adhesive, filling holes and cracks, and cleaning surfaces
  • Spreading adhesive onto prepared surfaces and tiles, and setting tiles in position
  • Using tile-cutting tools to cut and shape tiles needed for edges and corners, and around objects such as fittings and pipes
  • Ensuring tiles are correctly aligned and spaced
  • Grouting tiles, and cleaning and removing excess grout
  • Applying waterproofing systems
  • May lay floors of granolithic, terrazzo, cement or similar composition
  • May lay coloured tiles in patterns to create mosaics

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 2 years’ of relevant experience or a Level 3 or Level 4 relevant qualification.
  • A genuine interest in the tiling trade with a strong willingness to learn, take direction, and master the craft.
  • Basic understanding of trade tools (tile cutters, mixers, grinders), layouts, and site safety protocols.
  • Ability to follow instructions accurately and work effectively as part of a team.
  • High attention to detail, strong spatial awareness, and good problem-solving skills.
  • Physically fit and comfortable with heavy lifting, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
  • Reliable, punctual, and a "safety first" attitude.

Benefits

  • Immediate start available.
  • Multiple Roles Available
  • Competitive hourly rate ($28–$45 per hour depending on experience and pre-trade qualifications).
  • Weekly pay, no waiting around for your money.
  • Minimum of 30 hours guaranteed per week (permanent full-time), Maximum of 60 hours.
  • Excellent path for ongoing training, mentorship, and potential apprenticeship opportunities.
  • Supportive team culture where your hard work is recognized and respected.

About Us

Blokhaus Recruitment approaches work from a tradesman’s point of view — we don’t operate like a typical recruiter. We know the trades because we've been there, and our goal is to find good people good work!

How to Apply

If you’re a keen and reliable Tiler or Tiling Trade Assistant who takes pride in their work and wants to learn from the best with an agency that speaks your language, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now and let’s get you started!

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