Civil Carpenter

Ready to nail your next opportunity?

Tradestaff Wellington is looking for an experienced Civil Carpenter to join a hardworking crew on civil construction projects across Wellington.

If you know your way around civil formwork, take pride in your civil craftsmanship, and want great pay for your skills, we've got the foundations for your next move!

Location: Wellington CBD, Wellington

Start date: ASAP

Pay rate: $35–$40 per hour + holiday pay, paid weekly

What You'll Be Doing

• Constructing, installing and dismantling timber and proprietary formwork
• Preparing foundations, slabs and structural elements for concrete pours
• Assisting with reinforcing steel, mesh and concrete placement
• Building retaining walls, drainage structures and civil infrastructure
• Reading construction plans, measuring materials and completing set-outs
• Working alongside experienced crews to deliver safe, quality results

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in civil carpentry or formwork
• Ability to confidently read and interpret construction plans
• Your own basic carpentry tools
• Valid NZ driver's licence
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and a team-first approach

Why You'll Want This Job

• $35–$40 per hour + holiday pay — great rates for skilled chippies
• Safety-first worksites where your wellbeing comes first
• Solid pipeline of civil projects across Wellington
• Weekly pay — reliable payments straight into your account
• Work alongside experienced crews who know their trade

Ready to Build Something Great?

If you're a skilled Civil Carpenter who knows how to measure twice and cut once, it's time to hammer home your next career move!

Apply online today or give the team a call on 04 472 7898 to find out more!

Why Tradestaff?

We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.