Adecco New Zealand is looking for hardworking, motivated labourers to join skilled crews working across insulation, demolition, and general labouring projects in Dunedin. These are real roles with real hours, supporting some of the region’s most active construction and remediation sites. If you already have demolition or asbestos removal experience, excellent. If you don’t but you’re reliable, physically fit, and keen to learn a trade, we want to hear from you anyway. Full training is provided. All PPE is supplied. Drug testing and Ministry of Justice checks apply, and you must hold NZ residency or a valid work visa.
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This is your opportunity to get your foot in the door with New Zealand’s largest workforce solutions provider and build a long-term career in the construction and demolition sector.
Company Overview
Adecco is not a small agency. We are the world’s leading HR solutions partner, employing more than 25,000 people across 60 countries and providing more than 660,000 individuals with permanent and flexible employment every single day .
Our Dunedin office is deeply embedded in the local construction and infrastructure market. We currently have active projects requiring insulation installers, demolition labourers, and general hands across multiple client sites . We do not just fill shifts. We match your skills and aspirations to the right opportunity, provide fully funded training courses, and support your professional development over the long term .
We are also an INZ Accredited Employer, which speaks to our commitment to compliant, ethical employment practices .
Key Responsibilities
You will be placed with one of our client crews across Dunedin, working on active demolition, insulation, or construction sites. Your specific duties will depend on your placement and experience level.
- Safely handle and move materials weighing between 10–30 kilograms throughout the workday .
- Install insulation materials with care and precision, ensuring full coverage and compliance with specifications.
- Perform demolition tasks including stripping out interiors, breaking down structures, and clearing debris.
- Operate hand tools and basic plant equipment as directed (training provided).
- Work at heights and in confined spaces when required, following all safety protocols.
- Maintain strong attention to detail and efficient work pace throughout your shift.
- Remain on your feet for extended periods while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
- Settle into a specific department or crew after initial training to build expertise and grow within the industry .
- Follow all site health and safety rules, including the correct use of PPE and chemical handling procedures where applicable.
Qualifications
We are looking for attitude first, experience second. If you have the relevant tickets, excellent. If you are starting out but are reliable and physically capable, we will invest in your training.
You must have:
- The legal right to work in New Zealand either NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa .
- Physical capability to perform manual labour, including lifting, carrying, standing for extended periods, and working in varied environmental conditions.
- Reliability and strong work ethic you show up on time, every day, ready to work.
- A positive, coachable attitude you take direction well and are genuinely willing to learn new skills.
- Ability to work independently when required, taking initiative and completing tasks without constant supervision.
- Good communication skills for effective collaboration within diverse, multicultural teams.
- Competency with basic numeracy and literacy essential for understanding safety documentation and site instructions .
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and Ministry of Justice security check .
It is a significant bonus if you have:
- Previous experience in demolition, asbestos removal, or insulation installation.
- Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools.
- Availability for shift work, including weekends and overtime as required.
Benefits and Perks
Adecco does not just offer jobs. We offer careers, training, and genuine pathways.
- Competitive pay rates 32$ reflective of industry standards, with entitlements paid correctly and on time .
- All PPE gear supplied you arrive on site ready to work, at no cost to you.
- Long-term and permanent opportunities for reliable workers who demonstrate commitment and capability.
- Hands-on training to develop new skills including fully funded courses and industry-recognised qualifications .
- Excellent working conditions that foster professional development and safety .
- Opportunity to reside in Dunedin a scenic, affordable region with world-class natural attractions right on your doorstep .
- Access to extensive occupational health assessments depending on your specific industry placement.
- The backing of the world’s largest workforce solutions provider we do not disappear after you start the job.
How to Apply
If you are ready to get stuck into physical, rewarding work with a team that values reliability and a positive attitude, we want to hear from you.
To apply, pl ease:Apply online with your current CV and any relevant certificates through the official Adecco New Zealand careers portal.
Please note: All appointments are subject to pre-employment drug testing, Ministry of Justice security checks, and satisfactory work-related references .
Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
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