Working closely with the Project Manager, you’ll take ownership of assigned jobs, ensuring they’re delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
About the Role
As Foreman, you’ll lead site crews across projects of varying sizes. This role requires strong organisation, clear communication, and the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, clients, and your team.
You’ll be someone who leads from the front, actively promotes a safety-first culture, and goes the extra mile to ensure work is completed to the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise site teams across multiple projects
- Work closely with the Project Manager to deliver jobs on time and within budget
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and day-to-day site activities
- Maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders
- Ensure high standards of workmanship, efficiency, and health & safety compliance
- Actively practice and promote a safety-first approach on site
What We’re Looking For
- Trade qualified carpenter with a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in New Zealand
- LBP registration advantageous but not essential
- Strong leadership and team-oriented mindset
- Helpful, respectful, and approachable
- Solid written and verbal communication skills
- Confident using an iPad and digital job management systems
- Physically fit with a positive, can-do attitude
What’s on Offer
- Supportive team environment within a genuinely people-focused business
- Ongoing investment in your growth, with real opportunities for career progression
- Competitive remuneration package, plus laptop and phone
Whys Mills Recruitment:
Having called Queenstown home for over a decade, we know the Lower South Island construction market inside out – the people, the projects, and the realities of working and living here. We work closely with reputable construction companies and take pride in offering honest advice, local insight, and support that goes beyond just securing you a role. If you’re already based in Central Otago or the Lower South Island, or you’re looking to relocate for the right opportunity, and you want to work with a solid team that values quality workmanship, accountability, and good banter, we’d love to hear from you.
