Fencer, Kaihanga taiapa
Also known as
- Farm fencer, fencing contractor
Fencers prepare the ground and construct and repair fences, barriers or walls made of timber, metal, wire or other materials.
Duration
1:51 mins
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $38
Most common
$48
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
Fencers
- usually work irregular and long hours
- usually work outdoors and may travel locally
- may work in dusty or muddy conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be responsible, accurate and practical
Tasks
- construct fences, barriers and walls
- repair fences, barriers and walls
- prepare the ground for constructions
- measure fence lines and work areas
- position fence posts and panels correctly
- check fences are straight and aligned
- pour material around constructions
- choose safe locations for fence installation
- maintain tools and fencing equipment
- follow health and safety rules
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually learn on the job to become a fencer and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Fencing (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Fencing (Level 4)
- to pass a drug and alcohol test
- a driver licence and access to a vehicle
- to be able to drive a tractor
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job, but NCEA Level 2 may be useful.
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