" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eQualified Carpenter | Multi-Unit Builds\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15849\"\u003e Trades \u0026amp; Services \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15850\"\u003e Carpenter / Cabinet Maker \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15853\"\u003e Christchurch \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15854\"\u003e Contract or Temp \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 29/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e$32-$35 per hour depending on experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong-term multi-unit residential projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCareer pathway to Leading Hand/Foreman\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMax People are looking for an experienced Qualified Carpenter to join a skilled and professional crew delivering high-quality multi-unit residential developments across Christchurch.\u003cbr\u003e You\u0027ll be working on modern townhouses and multi-unit builds, with the opportunity to work across different stages of construction\u0026mdash;from framing and structural work through to fit-out and finishing.\u003cbr\u003e This is a hands-on role suited to a carpenter who can work confidently on their own, manage their workload, read plans, and consistently produce quality work without someone looking over their shoulder every five minutes.\u003cbr\u003e With a strong pipeline of projects ahead, this is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term, consistent work while developing your career. For the right person, there is also genuine opportunity to progress into Leading Hand and Foreman roles.\u003cbr\u003e If you take pride in your workmanship, enjoy being part of a good crew, and like seeing a quality build come together from start to finish, we\u0027d like to hear from you.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s In It For You\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$32\u0026ndash;$35 per hour\u003c/strong\u003e, depending on experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWeekly pay\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong-term, secure work with a strong pipeline of projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eModern townhouse and multi-unit residential developments\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConsistent hours and ongoing Christchurch-based work\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork alongside an experienced and supportive team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to progress into Leading Hand or Foreman positions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImmediate start available for the right person\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Will Be Doing\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCarrying out residential carpentry across multi-unit developments\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompleting timber framing and structural carpentry\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInterior fit-out and finishing work\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReading and working accurately from construction plans\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompleting set-out, measurements, and detailed carpentry tasks\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking independently while supporting the wider site team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintaining high standards of workmanship and presentation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKeeping work areas safe, organised, and productive\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelping deliver projects safely, efficiently, and to programme\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat We Require\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNZ Qualified Carpenter or recognised equivalent qualification\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven residential construction experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMulti-unit residential experience highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfident working independently and managing your own tasks\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to read and interpret construction plans\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong attention to detail and pride in workmanship\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOwn tools and reliable transport\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReliable, punctual, and professional approach\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong focus on health and safety\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eValid Site Safe or Construct Safe \u0026ndash; we can assist with this\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to pass a pre-employment drug test\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eValid NZ working rights\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIf you\u0027re a Qualified Carpenter looking for long-term work, quality projects, and a genuine opportunity to progress your career, apply today and join a team building some of Christchurch\u0027s modern residential developments.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Max People?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMax People is a trusted New Zealand recruitment partner with 15+ years\u0026rsquo; experience connecting great people with great workplaces. What started in construction has grown into one of the country\u0026rsquo;s leading labour-hire and recruitment providers across construction, civil, agriculture, dairy, manufacturing, and logistics.\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen you join Max People, you\u0026rsquo;re backed by a team that lives its values:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassion, Empathy, Optimism, Professionalism, Loyalty, and Empowerment.\u003c/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u0026nbsp;We\u0026rsquo;re here to support your journey, champion your growth, and help you build a future you\u0026rsquo;re excited about.\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4474376\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "