Description
Construction Labourers & Hammer Hands – Nationwide Opportunities $25–$30 per hour | Projects across New Zealand
Franklin Smith is building a nationwide talent pool of reliable Construction Labourers and Hammer Hands for upcoming commercial, residential, civil and infrastructure projects.
We’re particularly interested in New Zealand permanent residents and citizens who are open to travelling or relocating for the right opportunity.
Opportunities may involve
- Assisting carpenters and other qualified tradespeople
- Basic framing, formwork and carpentry tasks
- Measuring, cutting and installing building materials
- Using hand and power tools
- Site preparation and general construction work
- Loading, unloading and moving materials
- Demolition and site clean-up
- Concrete, civil and drainage assistance
- Following site plans and instructions
- Maintaining a safe and tidy worksite
What you must have
- A valid New Zealand driver’s licence
- Your own reliable transport
- Previous construction or physically demanding work experience
- Practical ability with hand and power tools
- Good physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors
- A reliable, punctual and safety-focused attitude
- The ability to follow instructions and work well within a team
- Valid New Zealand working rights
Highly regarded
- New Zealand permanent residency or citizenship
- Willingness to travel or relocate around New Zealand
- Site Safe and other relevant tickets
- Your own basic tools, particularly for hammer-hand roles
- Experience in framing, formwork, concrete, civil works or commercial construction
You don’t need to be a qualified carpenter. We want dependable people with a strong work ethic, practical construction experience and the ability to contribute safely on site.
What we can offer
- Rates of $25–$30 per hour, depending on experience and capability
- Access to projects throughout New Zealand
- Short-term, long-term and permanent opportunities
- Reliable weekly pay for temporary assignments
- Potential travel and accommodation support for suitable projects
- Opportunities to develop your experience and progress within the industry
- Ongoing support from the Franklin Smith team
This is an expression of interest for upcoming work rather than one specific vacancy.
Apply now with your CV and include:
- Your current location
- Residency or visa status
- Availability
- Preferred hourly rate
- Regions you’re willing to work in
- Whether you’re applying as a labourer or hammer hand
- Details of your construction experience, tools and tickets
