Carpenter - Woodbourne

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Citycare Property, in partnership with the New Zealand Defence Force Facilities Management Services, is seeking a full time Carpenter at Woodbourne Air Base to construct, install and repair wooden structures across NZDF camps. You will work safely under HSE standards, build credibility with staff, and collaborate to keep facilities reliable so NZDF personnel can focus on serving communities. Essential criteria include carpentry or handyman maintenance experience, a clean full driver’s license, proficiency with Outlook, Word and Excel, and a strong commitment to safety and quality, plus the right to work in Aotearoa and the ability to pass drug, alcohol and security checks. Apply now with a CV tailored to relevant carpentry experience and Citycare values, and be ready for NZDF security requirements.

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Citycare Property has partnered with the New Zealand Defence Force Facilities Management Services to provide essential facilities, maintenance, and infrastructure services across camps and bases throughout Aotearoa.

Join us in the role of Carpenter, Woodbourne Air Base to support the environments that enable NZDF personnel to focus on protecting and serving New Zealand communities.

RNZAF Base Woodbourne is located west of Blenheim in the upper South Island and serves as a key training and support base where new recruits complete their initial military training.

This is not just another job; it’s your chance to contribute to the operational success of NZDF and make a real difference for the people who protect and serve Aotearoa.

What You’ll Be Doing | Ngā Kawenga Takohanga
• Constructing, installing, and repairing wooden structures and fixtures ensuring alignment with approved Citycare Property policies, plans and programmes.
• Keeping the Team Leader – Trades informed of incidents, risks, or issues as they arise.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals, sharing knowledge and supporting effective teamwork.
• Building credibility and respect quickly, establishing strong and positive working relationships with staff and managers.
• Working safety and in compliance with all health & safety, quality and environmental standards and expectations.

What We’re Looking For| Ā Mātou e Rapu Ana:
• Experience working in carpentry/handyman maintenance team.
• Valid Full Driver’s License (clean)
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience working in carpentry/handyman maintenance team.
• Demonstrated commitment to HSE and quality standards.
• Alignment with Citycare Property values.
• The legal right to work in Aotearoa, ability to pass a drug and alcohol test and willingness to consent to a Criminal Record Check
• Ability to meet NZDF specific security requirements

Benefits | Ngā painga
• Competitive wages/salary reviewed annually
• On the job skill development and promotion opportunities
• Join a team harnessing collaboration, growth, and innovation
• Be part of an inclusive company that values diversity

This opportunity is subject to final negotiations and a contract being signed with NZDF – this is underway and expected to be completed before this recruitment process concludes.

About Us | Mō Mātou
Citycare Property is a proudly Kiwi-owned, values-driven organisation focused on building, maintaining, and renewing Aotearoa's social infrastructure. We partner with local and central government to care for the spaces where communities connect, thrive, and access essential services. Our purpose is to Enhance the Wellbeing of our Communities by championing sustainable social, environmental and cultural outcomes while prioritising local people and businesses.

We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are proud members of Pride Pledge and Te Uru Tāngata Centre For Workplace Inclusion,

We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively grow Te Ao Māori knowledge within our teams. If you are invited to an interview, please let us know any support you may need.

Discover why our people love working with us here

Apply Now: We will be reviewing applications as we receive them, so please don’t hesitate to apply.

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