Kitchen Designer

Kitchen Designer

Tauranga | Full-Time | Design & Client-Focused Role

About A.one Kitchens

A.one Kitchens is a well-established New Zealand design studio specialising in bespoke kitchens and custom cabinetry. With studios in Tauranga and Christchurch and projects delivered nationwide, we have built a reputation for quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and strong client relationships.

We are a team that values detail, professionalism, and pride in our work. Every project — from renovation to architectural new build — is approached with care, precision and high standards.

We’re not standing still.
We’re evolving, growing, and refining our brand — and we’re looking for a designer who wants to be part of that momentum.

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The Opportunity

This is a client-facing, design-led role with full project ownership from initial consultation through to final documentation and project handover.

Working across both commercial fit-out projects and residential kitchen and cabinetry design, you will play a key role in transforming client requirements into functional, innovative, and well-executed joinery solutions.

You will:

• Meet and guide clients through their design journey
• Translate briefs into functional, beautiful kitchen and cabinetry concepts
• Produce accurate drawings and specifications
• Present confidently and professionally
• Liaise with builders, suppliers and internal teams
• Manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail
• Work across a variety of residential and commercial cabinetry projects

This role suits someone who enjoys both creativity and commercial awareness — someone who understands that great design and great service go hand in hand.

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Who We’re Looking For

We are hiring for attitude and personality first.

You might be a strong fit if you:

• Build rapport naturally and communicate with confidence
• Have prior experiencein kitchen and cabinetry design
• Experience working on residential projects, with exposure to commercial projects being advantageous
• Have a strong eye for proportion, finishes and spatial flow
• Take ownership and responsibility for your work
• The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Thrive in a team environment but can work independently
• Are motivated by delivering excellent results for clients and our team

Kitchen or interior design experience of 2 years is desired.
Experience with CAD software (Winner, Cabinet Vision, SketchUp or similar) is advantageous.

If you have strong people skills and a genuine interest in design, we want to hear from you.

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What We Offer

• Established brand presence across NZ market
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• A strong and consistent pipeline of projects
• Competitive remuneration
• Opportunity to grow within a progressive design business