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Feb 27, 2024

Drainage Foreperson, Drainlayers, & Drainage Labourers

Christchurch
canterbury
$24.00 to $35.00 depending on role & experience
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About The Role:
We are looking for experienced Drainlayers as well as a top notch Drainage Foreperson. Also opportunities for skilled Excavator Operators & some ready for business Drainage Labourers. From subdivisions & pump stations to commercial works and residential super lots, there is a great lineup of work ahead... and it's only growing from there!Our Client is a progressively growing civil company with specialised drainage  projects across Christchurch, Ashburton & the wider Canterbury region with plenty of ongoing work.
 
What’s In It For You:

  • Immediate start!
  • New utes & diggers have arrived!
  • Phone plans for certain roles!
  • Large scale projects secured!
  • Opportunity to earn good money & benefits!
  • Training programs, company progression & apprenticeships!
  • Temp to perm for the right person!
  • Health and safety focused with good systems in place!

Drainage Foreperson:

  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in civil drainage, with at least 2 years as a foreman or supervisor.
  • Relevant qualifications or certification in drainage, water, and civil infrastructure.
  • Current licenses 1,2,W,T,R
  • Good leadership, communication and planning skills.
  • Read & interpret plans.
  • Meet targeted dates & within budget.
  • Liaising with clients, stakeholders, and other contractors.
  • Compliance and best practices are met, delivering high-quality assured works.

Drainlayers:

  • Minimum 3 years' experience.
  • Read plans and take levels and heights.
  • Hold relevant licenses to the field. registered OR certifying
  • Class 1 license, W,T,R.
  • Have de-watering experience, pump knowledge.
  • Know how to bench manholes and have a good eye for quality.
  • Set up pipe lasers.

Drainage Labourers:

  • Minimum experience 2 years.
  • Not afraid of getting dirty in this very physical job.
  • Hold current driver's license. WTR or more is an advantage.
  • Must have own transport.
  • Use of compaction equipment, concrete saw & assisting with setting lasers for heights & levels.

What We Require:

  • Strong work ethic, positive attitude & MUST be used to hard work.
  • Be reliable, trustworthy, and team player.
  • A good level of physical fitness and the ability to perform manual labour tasks
  • Strong awareness for all things H&S
  • STMS, Confined spaces, First Aid, is an advantage.
  • Valid Site Safe and or Construct Safe - we can assist with this
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment Drug test

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND  


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Max People, started out as a specialised construction recruitment agency and has been a trailblazer in providing customised labour-hire solutions to leading construction firms throughout New Zealand. We've since expanded our reach into the agriculture, manufacturing, and logistics sectors. Begin your career journey with Max People today!

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