Careers

Insite Facades is one of the largest facade contractors in New Zealand. Working for Insite, you will be joining a fast paced and exciting industry, where you are able to see the visible results of your hard work in the building façades of Auckland’s growing skyline. Given the growth we are experiencing in the Construction and Rainscreen markets, we are looking for people with the right attitude, aligning with our core values, and a passion for excellence. 

Whether you are starting as a school leaver, a graduate, looking for an apprenticeship or have experience in the construction industry, we believe in supporting and creating visible pathways to learn and progress. 

 

BE A PART OF 'THE THERMOSASH GROUP'

Insite are proudly a part of the Thermosash Group, who trust Insite to execute all the site installation works on their most high-risk and complex projects. Thermosash Commercial is our parent company who negotiates the facade contracts with their Client, then design, engineers, manufactures and supplies Insite the windows to manage and execute the installation on site.

When joining Insite, you will be joining The Thermosash Group. 

 

BUILDING A CAREER WITH INSITE & THE THERMOSASH GROUP

Facade installation is a highly complex and rewarding trade. Insite can offer a training and development programme that is designed to help our employees learn the specific knowledge and skills to build a career at their own pace. With a combination of inhouse installation training, the BCITO apprenticeship schemes and our levels of competency pathway we can continue to develop all site staff no matter their previous experience or abilities.

We offer full training and mentoring to all our employees with opportunities to move up within the business via the LOC pathway. We also pride ourselves on providing a culturally diverse and open team environment. 

 

1. Level of Competency (LOC) Pathway

The LOC was created as an in-house training programme so that our installers can move up levels from beginner to Senior Team Leader and learn the required responsibilities at each level.

 

2. BCITO Apprenticeship available to Insite Staff 

  1. NZ Certificate in Architectural Aluminium Joinery (Installer) Level 4 (BCITO)
  2. New Zealand Certificate in Architectural Aluminium Joinery: Installer with Repairs and Maintenance Level 4 (BCITO) 
  3. New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trades - Supervisor Level 4 (BCITO)

The certificates are run by BCITO and are NZQA accredited (around 90-100 credits). The training is done on site while you work. BCITO provides the curriculum and resources you need, while you learn onsite. A BCITO Training Advisor will visit you to ensure you are on-track with your study. The AAJ Apprenticeship is around 18 months long.

 

3. Inhouse Safety and Installation Training 

All our staff are very highly trained and require both inhouse and external training to be deemed competent to work at height, with machinery and carry out our installation procedures. This is a process linked to the LOC pathway and based on each individual's development. Insite Facades also have an inhouse installation training manual that staff are taken through to reach our high-quality standards.

Current Job Openings

Commercial Window & Cladding Installer

Auckland, New Zealand

We're looking for new recruits to train into top class window and cladding installers for our commercial projects. You will be trained to use specialist tools and equipment, including heavy machinery, access equipment, harness for working at height and all necessary health and safety procedures.

Insite Facades Ltd are the leading commercial facade and cladding specialists in Auckland. As the installation division of the Thermosash Group, we work on all the largest construction sites around New Zealand.

We are looking for: 

  • Hard working, enthusiastic new talent
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • Physically fit and able to work in a team environment
  • Enjoys a challenge, working in complex and technical industry 
  • Eager to learn a specialist trade
  • Must have New Zealand Residency or a valid NZ Works Visa

What you will receive:

  • Tools, safety equipment and summer / winter uniform
  • Industry qualifications, apprenticeships available through the BCITO programme
  • Training opportunities to progress your career through our company career pathway 
  • A competitive wage
  • Access to our group staff benefits app with lots of great discounts at retailers and service providers
  • Recognition of your work through being a valued team member
  • Being part of a great environment and inclusive company culture
  • Staff social and success celebrations

This position is for a full-time position that can start immediately.

Contact Person: Luke Barnes (Tel. 09 307 1529)

Please note: The total file size for attaching your CV and cover page is limited to 3MB.

 

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CAD Designer

Auckland, New Zealand

Insite Facades is one of Auckland's leading commercial facade installation companies while also offering design, supply and installation of specialist rainscreen cladding solutions on commercial, multi-residential and re-clad projects, delivering on a range of architecturally inspired rainscreen products.

The Facade CAD Designer is a key team member for our rainscreen department, liaising with both internal and external stakeholders throughout the design process and responsible for translating conceptual designs into detailed engineering drawings for commercial and residential facades. Working with our experienced management team you will be involved in all aspects of facade design throughout the project lifecycle gaining a full understanding of the project specific specifications, engineering, design requirements and client expectations. You'll be a self-starter, delivering on the project scope to agreed objectives, seeking additional information where necessary to enable you to complete the drawings accurately. Where required, you'll use technology to produce material take-offs and dimensioning analysis to support our pre-construction and procurement functions. This role is a varied and interesting role and will suit someone who is organised, proactive and a team player. 

Required experience and skills:

  • At least three (3) years of facade design or related experience
  • Fully competent in reading architectural drawings and facade shop drawings
  • Understand facade production drafting requirements
  • Experienced in a range of design software including but limited to 2D & 3D AutoCAD, Inventor, NAvisworks, Revit & BIM
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • A proactive self-starter with an eye for detail
  • A Bachelor of Architecture or similar tertiary qualification is preferred

What's in it for you:

  • Part of a great team environment with regular team events
  • Training opportunities to support your career growth
  • Connected to our wider design community within the Thermosash group of companies
  • Access to our group staff benefits app with lots of great discounts at retailers and service providers
  • Health insurance for you and your immediate family

This position is for a full-time position that can start immediately.

Contact Person: Luke Barnes (Tel. 09 307 1529)

Please note: The total file size for attaching your CV and cover page is limited to 3MB.

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Insite Facades - HR Advisor (Sole Charge)

Auckland, New Zealand

Kick-off 2023 with a new challenge, this opportunity offers amazing growth potential where you will constantly be learning new things. This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced company that is an industry leader in the commercial facades industry.

The Role:

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be an integral part of the leadership team at our head office in Penrose. You will be a key player to help us maintain our culture across the business and keeping our teams connected.

Some of your responsibilities for supporting our Operations and Site Managers with:

  • 2023 Recruitment Drive
  • Employee Retention & Engagement 
  • Driving strategy & initiatives
  • Performance Management
  • Annual Review & 1:1s
  • Training & Development
  • Employment Relations

Your priority will be Insite Facades but you will also get exposure to the Thermosash Group of companies and be involved in some exciting projects such as HRIS system implementation and be part of key development initiatives/strategies throughout the group.

In Return We Offer:

  • You will be recognised for excellent work and project completion
  • Being part of a great team environment and positive work culture
  • An attractive and competitive salary
  • Access to our group staff benefits app with lots of great discounts 
  • Souther Cross Medical Insurance
  • Company phone and laptop
  • Free Car Parking

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Minimum of 3 years generalist experience in a similar role
  • Sound understanding of NZ Employment & payroll legislation
  • Recruitment experience in a blue-collar environment
  • Knowledge of staff work visas and recruitment of overseas candidates
  • Intermediate to advanced level using Microsoft Word and Excel
  • A tertiary qualification, Diploma or Degree in Human Resources
  • Construction industry & health & safety-related experience an advantage

Key Attributes we're looking for:

  • A passionate people person with a positive & upbeat attitude who can easily make connections and establish rapport with stakeholders at all levels of the business
  • A motivated self-starter with a can-do attitude
  • Confidence with make decisions and dealing with sensitive and confidential issues
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills & attention to detail

Why Insite Facades:

Insite Facades was founded in 1988 and became part of the Thermosash Group 2014, a family business. Over the past 34 years, we have pushed the limits in facade design, engineering, manufacturing and installation. Auckland Hospital, Middlemore Hospital Scott Building re-clad, Cordis Hotel extension being a few of our achievements. We have a pipeline of exciting projects that will transform our city's skylines and built environment. 

We pride ourselves on providing a challenging and positive work environment, which creates a driven and passionate team culture within our business.

If this sound like you and you want to be part of a successful dynamic team, then click the apply button.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. 

This position is for a full-time position that can start immediately.

Contact Person: Luke Barnes (Tel. 09 307 1529)

Please note: The total file size for attaching your CV and cover page is limited to 3MB.

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