Entry Level Precast Concrete Fabrication Position
Thompson Precast Ltd
Listing Description
Description
We are looking for a motivated beginner to join our precast concrete manufacturing team. No prior precast experience is needed - just a good attitude, willingness to learn, and the ability to work hard alongside a supportive team.
What you would be doing:
This role offers plenty of variety and the satisfaction of seeing your work take shape everyday. You will learn how to:
- Prepare casting beds by cleaning and polishing steel surfaces
- Help set up formwork for concrete panels
- Clean aluminium formwork ready for the next panel
- Learn to accurately cut and measure
- Learn to install lifting inserts and structural components accurately
- Assist to tie reinforcing cages, cutting, and measuring materials to ensure structural integrity.
- Learn plan reading and interpretation.
- Learn the safe handling and use of gantry cranes to manoeuvre materials
- Learn concrete placing and finishing
- Learn the safe use of hand and power tools
What we are looking for:
You do not need to be an expert as training will be provided. We are interested in people who:
- Are physically fit and comfortable with lifting, climbing and general hands-on work
- Have basic hand tool or carpentry experience or are keen to learn
- Can pay attention to detail
- Have good reading and interpretation skills
- Enjoy mathematics
- Enjoy working in a team environment
- Are reliable and punctual
- Have a restricted or full class one driver's license
Training and Support
We will support you to build your skills, including training in:
- Gantry crane operation
- Forklift and material-handler operation (W and F endorsements)
- An apprenticeship for the right individual
- First Aid
- For some - working at heights
Why join us?
- Training provided
- Supportive and stable team environment
- Opportunity to gain a formal trade qualification
- Long term opportunity
- Brand new work environment
How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, please apply via Trade Me and attach your CV along with a cover letter outline your work history and also ambitions. Or call to 9b Meadows Road and drop off your CV and cover letter and complete an application form.
Application details
Apply online for this role or contact Michelle Thompson for more information.


















