Labourer

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. We are seeking a hardworking and reliable Labourer to join our team in Queenstown. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-end residential and commercial projects,providing essential support to skilled trades in a fast-paced construction environment. You will be a vital part of our site crew, ensuring projects stay on schedule and sites are maintained to a premium standard. What You’ll Be Doing Site Preparation & Maintenance: Clearing debris, organizing materials, and ensuring a safe, tidy workspace at all times. Trade Support: Assisting carpenters, bricklayers, and other tradespeople with heavy lifting, tool handling, and basic assembly tasks. Material Management: Loading and unloading deliveries, and moving heavy construction materials safely across varied terrain. Equipment Operation: Using basic power tools and machinery (such as drills, grinders, or compactors) under supervision. Concrete & Foundations: Assisting with concrete pours, boxing, and site leveling. Safety Compliance: Adhering strictly to health and safety protocols, particularly in challenging alpine weather conditions. What We’re Looking For Proven Experience: At least 6–12 months of experience on a construction site or in a physically demanding manual role. Physical Fitness: Capability to perform heavy lifting and manual tasks throughout the day in an outdoor environment. Reliability: A "turn-up-on-time" attitude and a strong work ethic—our team relies on you to keep the site moving. Communication: Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately and work effectively as part of a large site crew. Safety Conscious: You should have your own PPE (Hi Vis, Hard Hat, Steel Cap Boots, Gloves, Glasses, Site Safety card) Logistics: A valid driver’s license and your own reliable transportation to get to various sites around Queenstown. Weekly pay. Competitive hourly rate ($28–$30 per hour depending on experience). Long-term training and the chance to transition into an apprenticeship or skilled trade role. Supportive and friendly team environment. Variety of work across some of New Zealand's most prestigious architectural builds. About Us Blokhaus Recruitment approaches work from a tradesman’s point of view — we don’t operate like a typical recruiter. We know the trades and find people good work! #J-18808-Ljbffr