Civil Carpenter

• Structural and civil construction carpentry
• Ongoing projects with strong pipeline
• Work with experienced crews on well run sites

Job Description We're working with established civil contractors delivering infrastructure and structural projects across the Canterbury region. With steady work secured and more projects coming online, they're looking for an experienced Civil Carpenter to join the team.

This role suits a carpenter who understands site environments, works accurately from plans, and takes pride in quality workmanship. You'll be involved in structural and civil carpentry across a variety of projects, not repetitive housing work.

If you're confident reading drawings, setting out accurately, and building to spec, this is a solid long term opportunity. Will start as temp role with potential for permanent placement. What you'll be doing

• Building and installing civil and structural formwork
• Constructing boxing, foundations, tying steel, cutting and building shutters and concrete formwork
• Pouring Concrete and basic finishing
• precasting and in-situ
• Reading and interpreting plans and specifications
• Setting out levels and measurements accurately
• Working closely with engineers, supervisors, and site crews
• Maintaining high safety and quality standards on site

What good looks like here

• You read plans properly and build to specification
• You measure twice and cut once
• You work safely without shortcuts
• You communicate clearly with your crew
• You take pride in straight lines, square finishes, and clean work

Required experience and tickets These are required and are a barrier to entry:

• Proven experience as a Carpenter on civil or structural projects
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Full Class 1 Drivers License
• Experience in formwork and structural concrete
• Ability to pass a drug test and background check

What's in it for you

• Ongoing civil construction work across Canterbury
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Variety of projects across infrastructure and structural builds
• Well organised sites with clear leadership
• A contractor that values skilled tradespeople
• Support from a recruiter who understands construction