Builder/ Leading Hand

2 weeks ago


Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand Recreational Services Full time

Builder/Leading Hand
Always wanted an outdoor office? We have an exciting job for you. Join our team where the grass is greener on our side

We are on the look-out for a self-motivated Builder/Leading hand to join our team.

About your new role


Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for small to medium scale construction projects and support the project manager with pricing & tendering.

This is a diverse role where no two days are the same so you will need to demonstrate a variety of skills which include extensive building and or hard landscaping experience and management of employees.


Some days you will head out to your scenic outdoor office where you will spend your day on the tools completing anything from hard landscaping, Playground installations, or repairing picnic tables and chairs, bollards, artworks, and shelters.

On others you could be assisting the Project Manager conducting internal audits, pricing, and quoting for projects, organising subcontractors and managing the team when required.


About You

  • You will have proven history in building construction, building maintenance and know how to interpret plans
  • Proven experience overseeing projects, managing work schedules and leading a team
  • Be able to demonstrate strong organisational and planning skills
  • You will demonstrate a positive attitude towards working safely
  • Experience in effective communication between key stakeholders, clients, interest groups and employees
  • A full NZ driver's licence with ability to drive a manual
  • You will be committed to being part of a wider team with a strong work ethic and completing work to the highest standards

What we can offer you

  • The opportunity to give back to the community
  • An annual tool allowance and $300 annual wellness benefit
  • Your performancebased salaries are reviewed annually
  • We are committed to developing our people and offer opportunities for internal and external training


Recreational Services are a business which specialises in Sports Turf Management and have diversified into a professional full facility parks maintenance company, operating across New Zealand.

We have 550 plus employees and are committed to a culture of health and safety, excellence, and continuous improvement, whilst caring for our people, clients, and communities.


This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate and enthusiastic team, so if your skills and experience match, then we want to hear from you.


Job Details:

  • Reference #
8640- Posted on
30 May 2023- Closes on

30 Jun :00- Location(s)

Auckland- Expertise
Carpentry, Handy-person, Labourer, Response Operator- Job level(s)
Experienced, Trade Qualified- Work type(s)
Permanent full-time
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