Alexandra - Experienced Foreman
That someone who can strive for the best, not because it's what we want, but because it comes naturally to you.
Ferguson Builders is a small Architectural building company in Queenstown. Become part of a leading construction company that is known for its commitment to quality, innovation and collaborative spirit. We're looking for someone who will bring their own experience and expertise to the foreman role and make it their own.
Skills and Attributes
The Carpentry Foreman is expected to demonstrate:- Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
- Excellent carpentry trade skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with staff, subcontractors, and clients.
- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
- Commitment to health and safety practices.
- Reliability, professionalism, and ability to work under pressure.
- Supervising and coordinating carpentry teams, apprentices, and labourers on-site.
- Reading, interpreting, and implementing construction plans, drawings, and specifications.
- Overseeing daily site operations, scheduling, and allocation of tasks.
- Ensuring carpentry work is completed to a high standard, meeting company quality requirements and NZ Building Code.
- Monitoring productivity and progress against project timelines.
- Enforcing and promoting health and safety standards, including toolbox talks, hazard management, and use of PPE.
- Liaising with Quantity Surveyor, clients, and subcontractors to ensure smooth workflow.
- Providing guidance, training, and mentoring to apprentices and less experienced team members.
- Managing site resources, including tools, equipment, and materials, ensuring correct and safe use.
- Carrying out carpentry work as required, particularly on complex or critical tasks.
- Maintaining accurate site records, including timesheets, site diaries, and health & safety documentation.
- 5 years post Qualification experience.
- Experience on Architecturally designed houses.
- Previous site management or foreman role preferred.
- Working towards or have your LBP
- References from previous employers
- Full set of ready to work carpentry tools.
- All the other basics such as first aid certificate and site safe card.
For the right applicant we will offer a great work environment with monthly bbq's, social club and a great work atmosphere which you will add to along with a competitive wage rate, vehicle, phone contract and uniform provided.
If all applicants could please enquire in writing with their CV and cover letter with references and email to rob@fergusonbuilders.co.nz