Joiner / Fabricator – Timber Frame & Truss | Riviera Prenail Ltd. | Auckland

🏢 Who We Are

Riviera Prenail Ltd designs and manufactures high-quality timber frame and truss solutions for residential and commercial construction projects across Auckland. Operating from our modern, purpose-built, semi-automated facility in Silverdale, we combine smart systems, skilled people, and strong processes to deliver consistent, reliable outcomes.

Since 2017, we’ve built a strong reputation for precision, quality, and fast turnaround. As part of the wider Riviera Hardware Holdings Group, we’re proudly Kiwi-owned and offer a stable, growth-focused environment with long-term career opportunities, staff buying privileges, and a supportive team culture.

With demand growing and a second production line now live so we are expanding our day and night shift teams.

🔨 About the Role

This is a factory-based Joiner / Fabricator role, working within our timber frame and truss manufacturing operation in Silverdale. The position is not site-based and involves limited on-site installation work.

You will be responsible for fabricating and assembling timber components, including wall frames, roof trusses, beams, and related structural elements. Working as part of a production team, you will use hand tools, power tools, and semi-automated machinery to manufacture components to specification, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

The role requires the ability to work independently and productively in a manufacturing environment. While training is provided on site-specific systems and processes, this position is not suitable for entry-level or supervised training roles. You must be able to safely operate equipment, interpret drawings, and produce work to production standards from commencement.

Your work will directly support production flow, product quality, and delivery timelines, contributing to the efficient manufacture of timber frames and trusses for residential and commercial construction projects.

📍 Location: Silverdale, Auckland
💰 Hourly Rate: $25.00 – $32.00 (aligned to experience and skills)
📆 Employment Type: Permanent, full-time (minimum 40-45 hours per week)
🕒 Roster: Includes at least one weekend day and is evening shift. Likely roster patterns is either Sunday to Thursday 14:30-12:00.
🏭 Environment: Factory-based timber frame and truss manufacturing facility

🧰 What You’ll Bring

Either

• At least 3 years’ relevant experience in timber joinery, carpentry, or frame and truss fabrication, OR
• A relevant NZQF Level 4 trade qualification, together with demonstrated practical ability to perform factory-based joinery and fabrication work to production standards

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, plans, and specifications
• Strong understanding of timber grades, measurements, and fabrication methods
• Competence using nail guns, drop saws, presses, and automated cutting equipment
• Experience with CNC or jig systems (advantageous, not essential)
• Strong commitment to health and safety and safe machine operation
• Reliable attendance and ability to work as part of a production team
• Full New Zealand Class 1 driver licence

🛠️ Your Day-to-Day

• Cut, shape, and assemble timber components in a factory environment
• Fabricate wall frames, roof trusses, beams, and related structural products
• Operate hydraulic, pneumatic, and semi-automated press systems
• Work from drawings and specifications to meet production tolerances
• Carry out basic quality checks and complete production documentation
• Maintain tools, machinery, and a safe, organised work area
• Support production flow and meet daily output targets

✅ Apply Now

If you’re looking for a stable, full-time fabrication role in a modern timber manufacturing facility — where your skills are valued and your work is consistent — we’d love to hear from you. Apply online today and join Riviera Prenail as we continue to grow our timber frame and truss operation.