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Posted 16 June, 2026

Carpenter (Civil Concrete)

Doehle Centro Recruitment Services, Inc.
Christchurch, New Zealand Full Time
Reference: 421_775805_63RW579R

Key Qualifications and Mandatory Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience working abroad (overseas)
  • Proven track record of overseas employment. Must provide supporting documents, including:
    • Certificate of Employment
    • Employment Contract
    • Letter from Employer
    • Payslips
    • Company ID
    • Residence Permit, etc.
  • Valid Police Clearance from country of work/residence for more than 5 years
  • Very good verbal and written English communications skills
  • Valid driver's license

Key Responsibilities:

  • Construct and install formwork for civil concrete structures, including pits, headwalls, and manholes.
  • Tie and place steel reinforcement (steel fixing) according to engineering drawings.
  • Set up, pour, and finish concrete for kerb and channel configurations, ensuring correct levels and drainage falls.
  • Perform high-quality hand-finishing and benching for manholes and traditional drainage pits.

Required Skills:

  • Proven experience in civil concrete works (Formwork/Steel Fixing).
  • Demonstrated experience with kerb and channel preparation and finishing.
  • Proficient in smooth, precise manhole benching and concrete profiling.
  • Ability to read plans, use levels (laser/optical), and establish correct falls.

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