Gasfitter / Plumber – Live and Work in Queenstown (Relocation from Wellington)

Summit Recruitment Ltd – on behalf of a high-end plumbing & gasfitting company

• Location: Christchurch‑based applicants relocating to Queenstown / Central Otago

• Role type: Full time, permanent

• Pay: $40–$50 per hour (NZD) depending on experience

• Extras: Company van + fuel card + relocation support

Take your trade to Queenstown

Want to swap motorway traffic for mountain views – without taking a pay cut? This is a rare opportunity for a registered Gasfitter or experienced Plumber/Gasfitter currently based in Christchurch (or elsewhere in NZ) to relocate to Queenstown, with up to $50ph, relocation support and no on‑call work.

Based in the heart of the Otago Lakes, Queenstown offers a lifestyle you simply won’t find in the big cities – think world‑class skiing in winter, mountain biking and hiking on your doorstep in summer, and a vibrant café and restaurant scene year‑round. You’ll finish work each day with the mountains and lake right there to enjoy, without the long commutes and traffic. It’s a tight‑knit community with great schools, sports clubs and plenty to do for families and adventurers alike, making it an ideal place to build a long‑term career and enjoy a genuine work–life balance.

About the company

Our client is a well‑established, NZ‑owned and operated business with over 10 years in the market. They specialise in high‑end residential and commercial projects across the Otago Central Lakes area (Queenstown, Frankton and Arrowtown) and have delivered award‑winning builds with national recognition. They are located in Arrowtown check out their website https://queenstownplumbing.co.nz/ They offer full‑time, stable work with a loyal customer base and are a proud Member of the Master Plumbers Association.

About the Agency:

Summit Recruitment was established in 2019 by Mel Morris who has been in the industry for over 20 years working across all areas of Recruitment in both the NZ and Australian markets. Having been awarded Recruitment Professional of the year in 2019 Mel works closely with clients and job seekers to ensure the best fir for both parties. See a link to our website to see what out clients say about us www.summitrecruitment.co.nz

What’s in it for you

You’ll be well looked after with:

• Up to $50 per hour (NZD) for the right person

• Company van + fuel card + phone

• Relocation package of up to $2,500 to help you move to Queenstown

• Southern Cross Health Insurance – fully funded

• Paid day off for your birthday

• No on‑call work – your evenings and weekends are your own

• Work–life balance with some flexibility around start and finish times (typical hours Mon–Fri, 8am–4.30pm)

• Ongoing professional development and external training provided

• Clear opportunities for career progression

• Training and structured onboarding for all new staff

• Dedicated admin support so you can focus on the tools

• Uniform (t‑shirts/hoodies) and PPE provided

• Regular social events and a supportive team culture

• Weekly pay and full‑time permanent employment with a stable, reputable company

About the role

You’ll be working across a variety of commercial and domestic environments, including:

• Gasfitting work such as installing gas fires and wood burners

• Maintenance, renovations and new builds

• Customer‑facing work where you’ll use your problem‑solving skills on‑site

This is a hands‑on role with autonomy, variety and support from an experienced manager who genuinely values their people.

What we’re looking for

We’d like to hear from you if you have:

• New Zealand Registered or ideally Certified Gasfitter (PGDB)

• Experience with plumbing – dual‑trade Plumber/Gasfitters are strongly encouraged to apply

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills – this is a customer‑facing role

• Strong problem‑solving skills and pride in your workmanship

• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small team

• A full Class 1 NZ driver’s licence

You must have the right to work in New Zealand (NZ citizenship, residency or a valid work visa).

If you’re an experienced Plumber with gasfitting skills working towards full gasfitting registration, we’d still like to have a confidential chat.

How to apply

To learn more, call Mel on 021 045 5974 for a confidential discussion, or apply via SEEK and we’ll be in touch.

You can also email your CV (or a brief summary of your experience) to [email protected] – even if your CV isn’t fully up to date, we’re happy to talk through the opportunity and relocation support available.