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Jul 30, 2025

Carpenters Wanted - Long-Term Roles Across NZ!

Christchurch
canterbury
Wages: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour wages (depending on experience)
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About The Role:

We’re on the lookout for experienced Carpenters for long-term projects across Wellington, Auckland, Canterbury, Marlborough, and Queenstown.This role includes a wide range of carpentry tasks – from framing to finishing – on high-end residential and commercial sites.

We are an Accredited Employer, and visa support may be available for suitable applicants meeting the minimum criteria.

Location: Wellington, Auckland, Canterbury, Marlborough, Queenstown

What’s In It For You:

  • Ongoing, long-term projects
  • Opportunities in multiple regions
  • Work with a supportive, people-first team
  • Weekly pay and competitive wages
  • PPE supplied
  • Visa support for eligible candidates

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Full range of carpentry tasks
  • Framing, cladding, and finishing work
  • Residential and commercial builds
  • Working from plans and specifications
  • Site safety and tool handling

What We Require:

  • Minimum 3 years' proven experience in carpentry
  • Minimum 12 month’s recent carpentry experience in New Zealand
  • Trade qualification preferred but not essential
  • Strong work ethic and reliable references
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Valid Site Safe or Construct Safe – we can assist
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test


ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALANDVisa support may be offered to suitable applicants who meet Immigration New Zealand requirements.

Why Choose Max People?

Max People started out as a specialised construction recruitment agency and has been a trailblazer in providing customised labour-hire solutions to leading construction firms throughout New Zealand. We've since expanded our reach into the agriculture, manufacturing, and logistics sectors.

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