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Join the Podlife Crew – Where Innovation Meets Opportunity!
About Us:At Podlife, we’re proud to be market leaders in the transportable home industry, continually innovating to meet the demands of an ever-evolving world. Our mission is to help people live their tiny home dreams — with high-quality, sustainable, and beautifully crafted homes that suit every stage of life.
As we grow, we’re on the hunt for a special kind of legend — someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on, and dynamic environment. We are especially looking for someone who brings leadership skills or has experience leading teams or projects.Could it be you?
About the Role:We’re looking for someone with trade-level experience in building, engineering, or manufacturing, ideally combined with leadership capabilities to join our talented Podlife crew at our Otakiri factory.
If you bring the right attitude and skills, we’ll help you become even better.
You’ll fit right in if you:
Have a rock-solid work ethic and reliable attendance
Think on your feet and solve problems quickly
Love working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Are a true team player and a strong communicator across all walks of life
Bring a positive attitude, even under pressure
Have a sharp eye for detail and take pride in your work (Tidy Kiwi vibes!)
Embrace change and continual improvement
Are confident working with numbers, measuring, and cutting accurately
Are passionate about health, fitness, and personal growth
Enjoy innovation and contribute ideas when inspiration strikes
Have experience leading others or are ready to step up and take on leadership responsibilities
What We Expect:
Hands-On Approach: Let your work speak for itself.Experience: Bring strong trade skills and be quick to learn our systems.
Leadership Mindset: Help guide and support teammates when needed.
Coachability: Be open, respectful, and eager to grow.
Growth Attitude: Push yourself to be better in work and in life.
The Details:
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Otakiri factory (own transport needed)Environment: Primarily indoors, variety in tasks, some repetition.
Our Culture: Culture is everything at Podlife! We’re a high-energy team focused on positivity, growth, and adventure.Enjoy perks like:
On-site gym facilities
Kickboxing sessions
Ice baths for recovery & Mental well-being
Mountain biking crew for the outdoor enthusiasts
How to Apply:If you’re ready for an awesome place to work, TEXT Luke Hartley at 027 217 2369 and tell us:
Your Name
Your Trade and Leadership Experience
Your Desired Hourly Wage
Your Possible Start Date
Names & Contact Info for 2 References (former employers, customers, or project managers)
Pay: Based on your skills and leadership experience — let's chat!
Podlife Mission Statement:At Podlife, we help our customers live their dream of tiny home living. We deliver sustainable, high-quality, and innovative transportable homes for a wide range of lifestyles and needs. We are passionate about excellence in design, craftsmanship, and service — creating better futures for our customers, their whanau, and the planet.