Position: Hammerhand –
Wellington Region
Pay Rate:$25–$27 per hour
Employment Type:
Full-Time, Ongoing Work
About the Opportunity
We are looking for skilled and reliable Hammerhands
to support a variety of upcoming residential and commercial projects across Wellington. Our clients are established construction firms known for quality builds—from structural work and formwork to high-end fit-outs.
As part of the Tech 5 team, you’ll play a vital role in the construction process, assisting qualified carpenters, preparing materials, and contributing to the successful delivery of projects in a safe and efficient manner.
Role Overview
You will work alongside experienced site teams to support carpentry tasks including formwork, framing, and site prep. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with proven construction experience who takes pride in quality workmanship and maintaining a safe work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with setting up and stripping formwork for foundations, walls, and slabs
- Support framing, cladding, and structural timber work
- Cut, measure, and carry materials such as timber, plywood, and reinforcing
- Operate hand and power tools safely and effectively
- Keep work areas clean and free from hazards
- Follow directions from supervisors and contribute to smooth site operations
- Comply with all health and safety requirements, including correct PPE use and hazard reporting
- Proven experience working as a Hammerhand on residential or commercial builds
- Competency using power tools, hand tools, and site equipment
- Own basic tools and reliable transport
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and a positive, team-oriented attitude
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
- Must be currently residing in NZ with either NZ citizenship or a valid open work visa
- Competitive pay with consistent hours
- Work across a variety of quality projects
- Supportive and professional team culture
- Potential for long-term opportunities for the right worker
- Exposure to large-scale commercial and high-end residential sites
Prefer to talk it through first? Call Abbie on 027 842 7377 for a confidential conversation about this and other opportunities.
Tech 5 Recruitment is proudly NZ-owned and operated, partnering with top construction firms nationwide to connect skilled tradies with great opportunities.