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Construction trades jobs in New Zealand.

12 open roles, 3 posted this week. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Construction trades2 days ago

    Water Technician

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction and infrastructure company that designs, builds, operates, and maintains critical infrastructure across New Zealand and Australia.

    Hastings, Hawke's Bay
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Repairing water mains · Installing connections · Maintaining infrastructure

    Minimum full Class 2 licence; Level 3 or 4 water qualification; experience in 3 Waters maintenance with PE pipe work and pipe welding an advantage; strong communication and teamwork; commitment to safety; pre-employment medical and drug screen required.

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Construction trades4 days ago

    Civil Worker

    NPE-Tech · 11-50 employees

    An accredited electrical contracting company delivering quality and safety in a friendly team environment.

    New Plymouth, Taranaki
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Operating excavator · Installing ducting · Installing power cables

    Valid NZ driver's license, legal right to work in New Zealand, aptitude for electrical work, motivated to transition to apprenticeship; STMS, Class 2 license, and drilling experience preferred.

  • Construction trades4 days ago

    Surfacing Foreman

    Isaac Group · 201-1000 employees

    A construction company delivering civil infrastructure projects across New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $40.00-$42.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Coordinating crews · Managing workloads · Monitoring progress

    10+ yrsRequires 10+ years in surfacing or paving, 3+ years as a foreman, crew and subcontractor coordination, leadership skills, and a New Zealand Class 4 licence.

    Retirement savings
  • Construction trades9 days ago

    Site Supervisor - Taranaki

    Connell Contractors · 51-200 employees

    A multi-disciplinary civil construction company specializing in energy and water sectors, delivering projects nationwide.

    New Plymouth, Taranaki
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Supervising site operations · Leading crew · Mentoring team

    3+ yrsMinimum 3 years NZ-based civil construction supervisor experience; experience with earthworks, drainage, precast and in-situ concrete; full class 1 licence; willingness to travel and stay away; pre-employment health, drug/alcohol and MoJ checks.

  • Construction trades9 days ago

    Formwork Carpenter

    Connell Contractors · 51-200 employees

    A multi-disciplinary civil construction company specializing in energy and water sectors, delivering projects nationwide.

    New Plymouth, Taranaki
    $30.00-$34.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Constructing formwork · Operating machinery · Placing concrete

    3+ yrs3 years verifiable work experience or relevant trade qualification (level 4 preferred); experience in mainstream formwork carpentry preferred; commitment to health and safety; pre-employment health assessment, drug/alcohol test, and MOJ check required.

  • Construction trades8 days ago

    Site Manager

    BESIX Watpac · 5001+ employees

    A builder with a century of heritage delivering projects across Australia and New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Organizing site activities · Allocating resources · Reviewing construction programme

    Degree or diploma in building/construction or trade qualification; demonstrated experience supervising trades on large building projects; ability to deliver results under pressure and operate autonomously.

    Generous leave
  • Construction trades10 days ago

    Asphalt Paving Manager

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction and infrastructure company that designs, builds, operates, and maintains critical infrastructure across New Zealand and Australia.

    Alexandra, Otago
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading paving operations · Managing project resources · Building customer relationships

    5+ yrsEngineering qualification (BE, NZCE, diploma) or significant industry experience; 5+ years in paving or civil construction; team leadership experience; Class 1 driver licence; safety knowledge or certification.

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Construction trades10 days ago

    Suspended Ceiling Installer

    Hush Interiors · 51-200 employees

    An iwi-owned organization ensuring safe, warm, dry and comfortable living environments for whānau in Kāinga Ora properties.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Installing ceiling systems · Reading plans · Leading crews

    5+ yrs5+ years commercial suspended ceiling installation experience, ability to read plans, strong attention to detail, positive attitude, own tools and reliable transport; trade qualifications preferred.

  • Construction trades15 days ago

    Civil Construction Worker - Bridges & Infrastructure

    Downer · 5001+ employees

    A leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand, planning, creating, and sustaining assets and infrastructure.

    Dunedin, Otago
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Building bridges · Installing formwork · Placing concrete

    Proven carpentry, construction, civil infrastructure, or asphalt experience; ability to read plans; physical fitness; full Class 1 driver's licence; commitment to health and safety.

  • Construction trades24 days ago

    Construction Landscaper

    Humphreys Landscaping · 51-200 employees

    An award-winning landscaping team creating high-end residential landscapes.

    Auckland
    $28.00-$33.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Setting levels · Excavating and paving · Installing drainage

    Strong practical skills, attention to detail, commitment to quality, physically demanding work, confident with tools, willingness to learn all aspects of landscape construction.

  • Construction trades25 days ago

    Quarry Machine Operator

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction and infrastructure company that designs, builds, operates, and maintains critical infrastructure across New Zealand and Australia.

    Cromwell, Otago
    OnsiteFull timePart timeNo experience needed

    Operating machinery · Supporting production · Maintaining equipment

    Experience operating heavy machinery in a quarry, civil, or similar environment; commitment to safety and quality; reliability, teamwork, communication, and ability to perform the role's inherent requirements.

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Construction trades29 days ago

    Landscape Foreman

    Humphreys Landscaping · 51-200 employees

    An award-winning landscaping team creating high-end residential landscapes.

    Auckland
    $38.00-$45.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading teams · Constructing landscapes · Coordinating materials

    Experienced landscape professional with strong construction skills, plan-reading and set-out abilities, and team leadership experience. Swimming pool construction experience is advantageous.

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