Job details.

Location
Hastings
Salary
$28 - $40 per hour
Job Type
Temporary
Ref
304114
Posted
15 days ago

Job SearchConstruction/Building

Carpenter

Job details.

Location
Hastings
Salary
$28 - $40 per hour
Job Type
Temporary
Ref
304114
Posted
15 days ago
Carpenter/Leading Hand

We’re on the lookout for qualified carpenters to join our team and work across a range of civil projects throughout the Hawkes Bay region.
The Leading Hand Carpenter role will be for a tradesperson responsible for coordinating on-site carpentry works, supervising apprentices and labourers, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to a high standard. The role bridges the gap between site management and the carpentry team, providing hands-on leadership while actively working on the tools.
If you're physically fit, adaptable, and ready to put your skills to use on varied worksites, we want to hear from you.

Location: Hawke's Bay
Start date: From 6th January 2026
Pay rate: $28–40 per hour (expirience dependant)

Your role will involve

Your day-to-day could include:
  • General carpentry and building work on commercial and residential sites
  • Formwork, boxing/shuttering, and foundation preparation
  • Installing plasterboard/drywall, flooring, and roofing
  • Structural repairs and internal/external finishing
  • Working at heights using scaffolds, ladders, or EWP
  • Safe operation of carpentry tools and working around heavy machinery
  • Following strong health & safety practices on every site
  • Lead and supervise a team of carpenters, apprentices, and labourers on-site
  • Allocate daily tasks and provide clear direction to the team
  • Read and interpret plans, specifications, and schedules
  • Ensure carpentry works are completed to quality standards and project timelines
  • Coordinate with site supervisors, builders, and subcontractors
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
  • A Site Safe card - EWP or Working at Heights ticket, Confined spaces tickets (preferred – Confined spaces tickets)
  • Own reliable transport
  • Proven experience in carpentry or a trade qualification
  • A flexible, can-do attitude and willingness to work across varied locations
  • Having own tools desired
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and schedules
  • Sound knowledge of NZ Building Code, construction methods, and materials
  • High standard of workmanship and attention to detail
  • Competent in setting out and managing carpentry workflows
     
What’s in it for you?
  • Work across a variety of sites and projects
  • Strong health & safety focus and great clients
  • Supportive team environment and weekly pay
  • To work with prestigious clientele throughout Hawkes Bay 
     
Why work with Tradestaff?
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities.
We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.

Apply online or call the team on 06 834 4650 in Hawkes Bay to discuss further!