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Sep 9, 2026

Trade Assistant | Part Time | Christchurch

Christchurch
canterbury
$24pr/hr
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Max People is looking for a fit, reliable and hardworking Trade Assistant to join an experienced installation team in Christchurch.

This is a consistent part-time role working every Thursday and Friday, assisting tradespeople with glass installations and general site duties.

If you’re physically fit, practical and the type of person who sees a job that needs doing and just gets on with it, this could be a great fit. Plus, you’ll get your steps up without needing a gym membership!

What’s In It For You

  • Consistent part-time work every Thursday and Friday
  • Regular hours with an experienced installation team
  • Hands-on work where no two days are exactly the same
  • Opportunity to gain valuable construction/site experience
  • Supportive team environment
  • Great option for someone wanting reliable part-time work

What You Will Be Doing

  • Assisting tradespeople with day-to-day installation work
  • Helping lift, carry and position glass panels
  • Moving and preparing materials
  • Keeping work areas clean and organised
  • Cleaning up and tidying once installation work is complete
  • Assisting with general site duties as required
  • Following instructions and working safely as part of the team

What We Require

  • Physically fit and comfortable with heavy lifting
  • Reliable and able to commit to every Thursday and Friday
  • Positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in
  • Able to follow instructions and work safely on site
  • Previous construction or labouring experience is an advantage, but not essential
  • Own transport would be beneficial
  • Valid Site Safe or Construct Safe – we can assist with this
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment Drug test
  • Legal right to work in New Zealand

If you’re reliable, physically fit and ready to roll up your sleeves, apply now and join the Max People team!

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

Apply online TODAY and join The Max Team!

Why Choose Max People?

Max People is a trusted New Zealand recruitment partner with 15+ years’ experience connecting great people with great workplaces. What started in construction has grown into one of the country’s leading labour-hire and recruitment providers across construction, civil, agriculture, dairy, manufacturing, and logistics.

When you join Max People, you’re backed by a team that lives its values: Passion, Empathy, Optimism, Professionalism, Loyalty, and Empowerment. We’re here to support your journey, champion your growth, and help you build a future you’re excited about.

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