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May 9, 2025

Skilled Carpenters - Residential Flood Repair Projects

Christchurch
canterbury
Wages: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
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About The Role:
We're on the lookout for experienced Carpenters to join flood repair crews working on residential homes across Christchurch. This is your chance to put your skills to meaningful use—helping homeowners rebuild and recover. From framing to finishing, you'll be part of a tight-knit team restoring properties to a high standard. This full-time role offers varied tasks, small team environments, and potential for long-term work for those who prove reliable and skilled on the tools.

What’s In It For You:

  • Start in approx. 2 weeks – secure your spot now!
  • Competitive pay rate based on your skills
  • Steady hours and long-term opportunity for the right fit
  • Be part of hands-on work that directly helps local homeowners
  • Supportive team culture and structured sites

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Repairing flood-damaged homes – structural and cosmetic work
  • Framing, recladding, reinstating insulation and linings
  • Installing doors, windows, and internal fixtures
  • Working to residential building standards and timelines
  • Communicating with supervisors to maintain workflow

What We Require:

  • Proven experience in residential carpentry
  • Strong knowledge of tools, building techniques, and safety
  • Ability to work solo or as part of a small team
  • Pride in your workmanship and an eye for detail
  • Reliable transport
  • Trade qualification or equivalent practical experience
  • Valid Site Safe or Construct Safe – we can assist with this
  • Own full set of tools
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND

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. Begin your career journey with Max People today!

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