Flooring Foreman

22 hours ago

Dunedin Central, New Zealand Roading and Building Recruitment Full time

THE GIG:

Our client is a global leader in integrated facilities management and project delivery services. Supporting clients across a variety of sectors, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Their Dunedin based team are currently looking for a Qualified Flooring Foremanto join their Trades Team. This is a hands-on role responsible for overseeing and coordinating flooring installation projects, managing a team of installers, and ensuring all work meets quality, safety, and timeline standards. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Project Management: Plan, schedule, and manage residential and commercial flooring projects, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget.
  • Team Supervision and Leadership: Supervise, train, and direct a crew of flooring installers and subcontractors. This includes delegating tasks and managing personnel on site.
  • Site Preparation and Installation: Oversee all aspects of floor preparation and installation, including removing old flooring, cleaning and leveling subfloors, and installing various materials such as carpet, vinyl, laminate, and timber.
  • Quality Control: Ensure that all installations adhere to manufacturer specifications, industry standards, and client requirements, including proper alignment of patterns and a high-quality finish.
  • Health and Safety: Implement and enforce all health and safety regulations and procedures on site, ensuring a safe working environment and proper use of personal protective equipment.
  • Client and Stakeholder Communication: Act as a key point of contact on-site, communicating effectively with clients, project managers, inspectors, and other tradespeople to coordinate work and manage expectations.
  • Material and Equipment Management: Estimate material quantities, manage inventory, ensure tools and equipment are well-maintained, and coordinate the delivery of supplies to the worksite.
  • Problem Solving: Adapt to unexpected site conditions and resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during the project.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

  • Must have full working rights in New Zealand (No sponsorship, relocation costs or overseas applicants considered)
  • Must reside in Dunedin as this role is long term
  • Must be New Zealand trade qualified and have extensive experience as a qualified flooring installer, typically with a minimum of 3-5 years in the trade.
  • Previous supervisory or leadership experience is beneficial.
  • Excellent communication.
  • Deep understanding of different flooring materials and installation methods,
  • Be able to pass a pre employment drug screen
  • Must be happy to work on wages (no sub-contracting on offer)

THE GOODS:

  • Excellent pay rate depending on your skills and experience
  • Work on a variety of different projects around Dunedin
  • Work for a company that looks after their employees
  • Career development opportunities

ABOUT US:

RB Recruitment stands for Roading and Building recruitment Our directors have worked within the construction industry and are currently still very much within building & civil So we know what happens on the ground, what you go through day to day, and what you deserve.

We have a passion for connecting people with employers who will also give you what you need, deserve and more If you're interested in a change of career with employers who make you feel valued, don't hesitate to get in touch today.

How to apply?

  1. Apply through the portal on this advert
  2. Email your CV to
  3. Call Cliff on for a confidential chat

Please note all applicants must have full working rights in NZ and be in NZ at the time of your application - NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE.