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For over 80 years, Breen Construction has operated in the Lower South Island and has offices in Oamaru, Wanaka, Cromwell, Dunedin, Twizel and head office is in Alexandra.

We’re a family business that has developed from grass roots into an established, reputable and well-known operation with over 200 staff. We look for like-minded, hard-working people who enjoy working within a family business, embrace new technology and work proficiently with the systems and processes that the business has in place.

The Job

Sitting withing our Jobbing Insurance division, we are looking for a qualified and experienced carpenter/Foreperson who want to build their career with Breen.

Your tasks may include concrete work, framing, hardware, insulations, joinery, siteworks, trims and finishing, windows and doors, erecting walls, building stairs, or precision tasks such as repairing furniture or installing cabinets, trim and moulding, as well as excavations, demolition work, precast erection, reinforcing steel, and roof framing.


We offer you

Competitive pay rates and benefits
Tool allowance
Health Insurance
Fun, supportive and rewarding team environment
Great work/life balance
Solid opportunities for career progression
Job stability with an established local company

About you

Proven experience as a carpenter (LBP or trade qualified preferred)
Have hands on building experience
Knowledge of building methods and materials
Skilled in finishing and fit-out work
Able to interpret technical drawings and plans
Effective time management skills including the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills and good at working as part of a team
Able to work outdoors, at heights, and physically fit (lifting up to 25kgs)
A full driver's licence or working towards one

To find out more about joining the Breen family and being part of the Dunedin team please apply via our careers portal by clicking the following link: https://tbz.chris21.co.nz/TBZ_MERp/

Applications will not be accepted via Seek.

Candidates must have the right to live and work in in NZ. Any applications from people who do not have the existing legal right to live and work in New Zealand will not be responded to. Read more