Freeman Roofing

09/09/2026

We’re pleased to welcome Patariki Wilson as Branch Manager of our Tauranga branch.

Patariki brings plenty of experience in building materials, distribution and leading teams, and he’s looking forward to getting to know our customers across the Bay of Plenty.

He’s a practical, hands-on leader who values good communication, strong relationships and making sure the team delivers the service our customers need.

Outside of work, Patariki is a lifelong car enthusiast, with more than 200 builds and restorations under his belt – mostly Holdens.

If you’re in the area, pop into the Tauranga branch and say hi.

Welcome to Freeman Roofing, Patariki.

08/09/2026

Good customer service starts with good teams.

One of the strongest themes in our Best Places to Work™ employee survey was the connection between our people - working together, supporting each other and pitching in when needed.

Teamwork matters inside our branches, and it also carries through to the experience we give our customers every day.

Local people, local knowledge, and a team behind you when you need it.

We’ve got you.

07/09/2026

Come join our amazing team at Freeman Roofing Ashburton as a Dispatcher and Delivery Driver.

Applications close 20 September 2026.

Based in Ashburton, our new dispatcher and delivery driver will need to be reliable, punctual and work in a health and safety focussed way. You will need to be a team player with a can-do attitude.

Your duties will include delivering products direct to customers, dispatching orders and receiving goods and supporting customers with loading their vehicles. You will need to be professional and engaging as an ambassador of the business when out doing deliveries.

To be successful in the role you will need:
- A full, class 1 and class 2 New Zealand driver licence;
- Confidence in reversing with trailers;
- To be legally permitted to work permanently in New Zealand
- To pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

For more information about the role check out our website, freemanroofing.co.nz/careers.

About us:
Freeman Roofing Ashburton has been producing quality roofing products and accessories and serving the Canterbury region as part of the Freeman Roofing group.

Freeman Roofing operates 11 branches around the country spanning from Whangarei to Dunedin and is committed to providing opportunities for growth and development. We take great pride in our company values, team culture and winning attitude and being a finalist for the 2025 and 2026 Best Places to Work Awards.

If you're keen to join our team, visit our careers page at www.freemanroofing.co.nz/careers to learn more, and to apply to join our Ashburton team.

04/09/2026

Come join our amazing team at Freeman Roofing Dunedin.

Our new factory team member will ensure we continue to provide excellent service as we farewell one of our team into retirement. They will be reliable, dedicated, punctual and work in a health and safety focussed way. You will be a team player with a can-do attitude, ability and willingness to learn a variety of machines and skills and enjoy working with machinery and gantry cranes.

Your duties will include operating the various machines within the factory. You will need to be professional and engaging as an ambassador of the business when dealing with customers.

To be successful in the role you will need:
- Be mechanically minded with an aptitude to learn
- To be permitted to work permanently in New Zealand
- To undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test

Applications close 18 September 2026 and applications are being considered as they are received.

About us:
Freeman Roofing Dunedin has been proudly manufacturing superior roofing products for the Otago and Southland regions for years and is part of the Freeman Roofing network, New Zealand's largest family-owned roofing product manufacturer.

Freeman Roofing operates 11 branches around the country spanning from Whangārei to Dunedin and is committed to providing opportunities for growth and development. We take great pride in our company values, team culture and winning attitude.

If you're keen to join our team, visit www.freemanroofing.co.nz/careers to learn more, and to apply to join our team.

24/08/2026

🎉 We’re proud to share that Freeman Roofing has been named a finalist in the Medium Workplace (100-149 Employees) category in the 2026 Best Places to Work™ Awards.

This recognition reflects the workplace experience our people help shape every day through the way we work together, support one another, share ideas and contribute as a team.

A big thank you to our people for the part you each play in making Freeman Roofing the workplace it is.

We’re looking forward to celebrating alongside the rest of this year’s finalists at the 2026 Best Places to Work™ Awards Gala Dinner on the 22 October 2026. 🎉

View all the finalists here: bestplacestowork.nz/awards/2026

12/08/2026

These stunning homes showcase what's possible when great design, skilled craftsmanship and quality New Zealand-made COLORSTEEL® come together.

A big congratulations to the homeowners, architects and builders involved. We're proud to have supplied the roofing that helps bring these exceptional homes to life.

Take a look at the projects and find inspiration for your own build:
🔗 https://www.colorsteel.co.nz/inspiration/showcase-projects/

Corrugated Crib:
🔗 https://www.colorsteel.co.nz/inspiration/showcase-projects/corrugated-crib/
Scout Wanaka:
🔗 https://www.colorsteel.co.nz/inspiration/showcase-projects/scout-wanaka/

02/08/2026

Thanks for the shout-out! Proud to support the Wakatipu High School Rugby Club and the Southern Schools 1st XV Rugby Team.

Shoutout Sunday!

A massive mihi and thanks to Freeman Roofing for their incredible, ongoing support - not only as an overall sponsor of the Southern Schools 1st XV Rugby Championship, but also as a proud supporter of our very own WHS 1st XV Rugby Team! 🏉

A special shoutout to Brad Rule - local Branch Manager for Freeman Roofing and manager of our 1st XV team. Brad puts in countless hours behind the scenes and is an absolute backbone of our rugby whānau.

Freeman Roofing has deep roots across Otago/Southland, and we couldn’t be more grateful for their backing. If you’re looking for a roof replacement, repairs, or a brand-new build, support the team that supports us!

Get in touch with Brad and the team:
📧 [email protected]
📞 03 442 3883

19/07/2026

📢 We're pleased to share a management update for our Timaru and Ashburton branches, South Canterbury.

Jarrod Coventry (pictured right) has joined our Ashburton branch as Branch Manager, bringing with him extensive operational and leadership experience gained during his time with Freeman Roofing since 2019.

Jarod Carnegie will now focus on leading our Timaru branch after successfully managing both Timaru and Ashburton.

Together, Jarrod and Jarod will continue working closely to support customers across the region, backed by the same great teams, quality products and service you've come to expect from Freeman Roofing.

For enquiries, contact your local branch:

📍 Ashburton – (03) 307 0593
📍 Timaru – (03) 688 7224

https://www.freemanroofing.co.nz/

05/07/2026

We're proud to share that Freeman Roofing has been shortlisted for the 2026 Best Places to Work™ Awards.

This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where our people feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. It also acknowledges the feedback, ideas, and commitment of our team, who help shape our culture every day.

Over the next few weeks, we'll prepare our BPTW™ Awards submission, sharing some of the initiatives and stories that reflect who we are as an organisation and how we're continuing to improve our workplace experience.

We're excited to continue our BPTW™ Awards journey and will keep you updated as finalists are announced later in August. Thank you to everyone who has helped make this achievement possible.

29/06/2026

Come join our amazing Group Support Team as our newest Branch Administrator on a fixed term contact with the possibility of an extension if the circumstances necessitate it covering maternity leave.

Based in beautiful Nelson, our Branch Administrator will be personable, reliable, punctual, and work in a health and safety focussed way. Your duties will include accounts payable, receivables and invoicing, reconciliation and debtor management along with payroll and general accounts duties. This role supports the Nelson branch and provides remote support to the Tauranga branch.
You will need to be a great communicator and problem solver, have experience in business administration and using excel, be a good team player and be an effective communicator.

About us:
Freeman Roofing proudly manufactures superior roofing products from our network of branches across the country and we are New Zealand's largest family-owned roofing product manufacturer.

Freeman Roofing operates 11 branches around the country spanning from Whangarei to Dunedin and Central Otago and is committed to providing opportunities for growth and development. We take great pride in our company values, team culture and winning attitude.

If you're keen to join our team, visit www.freemanroofing.co.nz/careers to learn more, and to apply for the role.