About the Role This Carpenter Leading Hand position is an 8‑month assignment based in Taupō, supporting the delivery of a commercial construction project. You’ll be hands-on while coordinating daily site activities, ensuring quality workmanship and smooth workflow across the site. Benefits Competitive pay rates 8% holiday pay Kiwisaver Weekly pay cycle Career growth opportunities Monday–Friday work across the full 8‑month project Duties Lead and coordinate daily carpentry work on-site Support and mentor apprentices and carpentry teams Read and interpret construction drawings Carry out framing, formwork, fit-outs, and general carpentry tasks Maintain safety compliance and high-quality standards Communicate updates to site management and assist with reporting Skills and Experience Proven commercial carpentry experience, ideally in a leading hand or supervisory role Ability to manage workflows and maintain high-quality output Strong capability in reading plans, measurements, and site requirements Valid Site Safe Valid working rights in New Zealand Full NZ Driver’s Licence About Stellar Recruitment Stellar Recruitment currently operate in Australia and New Zealand. Our global team of recruitment specialists are passionate about the fields we work in so candidates and clients can be sure they are dealing with industry experts who understand their needs. Temporary Work Temporary work can suit those who want the flexibility of choosing when and where to work. Or while waiting for that perfect permanent role, you could enjoy the flexibility of temping, experiencing a variety of different industries and workplace environments. Assignments can vary in length from ad hoc requests, short or long term, full-time or part-time – depending on the requirements of the client. At times there can be the opportunity for a Temporary role to successfully become a Permanent offer. Apply Apply by clicking ‘Apply’ or email Meadow Trousselot at meadow.t@stellarrecruitment.co.nz if you have any questions.
