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Carpentry Tutor

Carpentry Tutor - Level 3 Programme

Full time, Fixed Term | Greymouth, West Coast

Position Description

Tai Poutini Polytechnic is seeking a motivated and experienced Carpentry Tutor to deliver the New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Carpentry) Level 3 programme in Greymouth. This role is ideal for someone passionate about the building industry who enjoys sharing their knowledge and supporting the next generation of tradespeople.

About the role

As a Carpentry Tutor, you’ll deliver both practical and theory-based training to learners developing the foundational skills needed for apprenticeships or employment in the construction industry. You’ll bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and strong organisational skills to ensure classes run smoothly and meet all programme and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging, hands-on carpentry training
  • Support learners to develop industry-relevant skills and confidence
  • Assess student work and maintain programme documentation
  • Develop lesson plans, resources, and assessments
  • Maintain a safe, tidy and well-organised workshop environment
  • Ensure compliance with NZQA, health & safety, and organisational policies
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to support learner success
  • Build positive relationships with local employers and community groups
  • Contribute to student recruitment activities (e.g., open days, school visits)

Skills/Experience

  • A recognised carpentry or building qualification (or equivalent experience)

  • Strong background in the construction industry

  • Excellent communication and mentoring skills

  • A genuine interest in teaching and supporting learners

  • Ability to work well as part of a team

  • Unit Standard 4098 and the NZ/National Certificate in Adult Education (Level 4 or 5), or willingness to complete these

  • Full Class 1 NZ Driver Licence

  • Teaching experience is an advantage, but full training and support can be provided

Why Greymouth?

Greymouth offers an incredible lifestyle with mountains, rivers, beaches, and world-class outdoor recreation all close by. It’s a friendly, welcoming community where you can build a rewarding career while enjoying the relaxed West Coast way of life.

Apply now

To be eligible for this position, you must hold a NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Police vetting will be undertaken. Please apply by completing the form below. 

Applications close 5 pm Friday 3 April 2026.

Application for employment

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You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in New Zealand if you are successfully appointed to a position with TPP. 

Are you a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident? If no, please answer the visa questions below.
Do you hold a visa which entitles you to work in New Zealand?
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Do you live with the effects of injury, long term illness or disability?
If you have a disability, do you require any reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, including if you are invited to interview for the position?
Have you been found guilty of any offence against the law or do you have any charges pending (apart from minor traffic offences such as parking infringements)?

If you are invited to an interview and intend on bringing Maori or Pacifica whanau support can you please notify us when arranging the interview. 

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