Leading Hand Full Time Jobs in Wanaka Otago, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Landscaping Team Leader/Site Supervisor

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

Grow with us in Wanaka and lead from the front with hands-on landscaping, deliver top-quality work, and thrive in a role you can take pride in.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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Qualified Plumber, Drainlayer (Wanaka or Cromwell Based)

at R AND R PLUMBING AND GAS LIMITED

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

$40 – $55 per hour

$1000.00 sign on bonus (Conditions Apply)
Ongoing, training and upskilling
A fantastic remuneration package based on your qualifications and experience

$1000.00 sign on bonus (Conditions Apply)
Ongoing, training and upskilling
A fantastic remuneration package based on your qualifications and experience

If you’re looking for a great team with a varied workload R&R Plumbing is the place for you.

subClassification: PlumbersPlumbers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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Listed thirteen days ago

Leading Hand

at Cook Brothers Construction

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

health insurance
competitive hourly rate
high-performing construction team with culture truly comes first

health insurance
competitive hourly rate
high-performing construction team with culture truly comes first

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Leading Hand to join our team in stunning Wānaka.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Carpenter

at Greg Steel Construction

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

$35 – $48 per hour

G Steel Construction in a small family owned construction business looking for a Carpenter to join our team here in Wanaka / Lake Hāwea

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

21h ago

Listed five days ago

Landscaping Team Leader/Site Supervisor

at Natural Habitats

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

Grow with us in Wanaka and lead from the front with hands-on landscaping, deliver top-quality work, and thrive in a role you can take pride in.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Project Manager

at Catch Consulting

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

Deliver $800k-$2.5M+ bespoke home builds end-to-end
Manage trades, budgets, timelines, and client relationships
Join a growing builder with a strong Wanaka pipeline

Deliver $800k-$2.5M+ bespoke home builds end-to-end
Manage trades, budgets, timelines, and client relationships
Join a growing builder with a strong Wanaka pipeline

Lead high-quality residential builds in Wanaka—manage projects end-to-end, from planning through to handover, with full ownership.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

12h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Branch Manager Wanaka

at Hireworx New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

$85,000 – $105,000 per year + Bonus

Own a thriving Wanaka branch. Lead a great team, drive real results & enjoy the lifestyle. $90K–$105K + bonus + vehicle. Apply now!

subClassification: Automotive TradesAutomotive Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Joiner / Cabinet Maker

at Summit Recruitment Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

$40 – $45 per hour

Paying up to $45.00 p/h for the right person
Relocation incentive available of up to $2,000
Work with cutting edge machinery + the latest technology

Paying up to $45.00 p/h for the right person
Relocation incentive available of up to $2,000
Work with cutting edge machinery + the latest technology

Joiner/Cabinetmaker - Trade qualified and experienced to fabricate, install and finishing custom joinery across a residential and some commercial.

subClassification: Carpentry & Cabinet MakingCarpentry & Cabinet Making

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Drain Layer

at Willowridge Developments

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

Great location
Great team
Great gear

Great location
Great team
Great gear

We need a qualified, experienced civil drain layer with the ability to manage a team and follow plans. Must have (WTR) endorsement & Class 2 or 4.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

16h ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Qualified Plumber, Drainlayer (Wanaka or Cromwell Based)

at R AND R PLUMBING AND GAS LIMITED

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

$40 – $55 per hour

$1000.00 sign on bonus (Conditions Apply)
Ongoing, training and upskilling
A fantastic remuneration package based on your qualifications and experience

$1000.00 sign on bonus (Conditions Apply)
Ongoing, training and upskilling
A fantastic remuneration package based on your qualifications and experience

If you’re looking for a great team with a varied workload R&R Plumbing is the place for you.

subClassification: PlumbersPlumbers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

25d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Concrete Construction Labourer

at Globe Construction Group NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

Join a hardworking team delivering quality concrete construction projects across Wānaka and the surrounding district.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

18d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Site Manager

at Cook Brothers Construction

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

Health Insurance
Competitive Salary
Social Club

Health Insurance
Competitive Salary
Social Club

Join our Wanaka team as a Site Manager, leading the delivery of high-quality projects in a stunning location.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Project Manager

at Crampton and Smith Builders Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago(Hybrid)

$50 – $60 per hour + Performance bonus

Diverse projects across high end residential - apartment complex's
Smaller team environment with real ownership and direct impact on outcomes
Step up opportunity with increased responsibility and career progression

Diverse projects across high end residential - apartment complex's
Smaller team environment with real ownership and direct impact on outcomes
Step up opportunity with increased responsibility and career progression

Project Manager role in the Southern Lakes delivering diverse projects within a tight team, offering real ownership and career progression.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

22d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Site Manager - Wanaka

at Remedy Resourcing

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

Sought after SIte Manager role with this leading main contractor

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Solar Installer

at Think Solar Group

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

$26 – $35 per hour

Full in house training on all aspects of solar installation
Supportive work environment with a fun, close-knit team culture
Career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding industry

Full in house training on all aspects of solar installation
Supportive work environment with a fun, close-knit team culture
Career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding industry

Join a vibrant team, receive training on installing solar systems, and providing exceptional customer support.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Residential and Commercial Skilled Painters

at Happy Brush Painting Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

$30 – $40 per hour

I am Nole the Director of the company and supervisor of the friendly team.

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

14d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Senior Civil Engineer

at Recruitment Brands

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago(Hybrid)

130k plus relative to experience

Nelson or Wānaka-based role with hybrid flexibility
Diverse civil & infrastructure projects (3-waters, land development, commercial)
Strong technical team + mentoring toward CPEng

Nelson or Wānaka-based role with hybrid flexibility
Diverse civil & infrastructure projects (3-waters, land development, commercial)
Strong technical team + mentoring toward CPEng

Intermediate to Senior Civil Engineer Leading New Zealand civil & infrastructure consultancy Nelson or Wānaka - Structured hybrid worki