**Water Infrastructure Foreman - Manapouri, Southland** We're hiring a hands-on Water Infrastructure Foreman to lead a skilled drainage crew on a major Southland project. If you've got pipeline experience and leadership skills, this is your chance to step up into a permanent role with serious perks. **What You'll Be Doing:** * Lead daily site operations and crew coordination * Install PE pressure pipelines and related infrastructure * Maintain safety, quality, and productivity standards * Communicate with clients and keep accurate site records **What You Need:** * Level 4 Pipeline Construction - Water Infrastructure Certificate (or currently studying) * Experience installing pressure pipelines * Full Class 2 Driver's Licence + WTR endorsements * Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills * Plant operation and general construction experience * Commitment to safe work practices and quality outcomes **What's in It for You:** Here's the full scope of the offer: * **Employment Type:** Permanent position (contract signed from day one) * **Hourly Rate:** $40.00/hour * **Overtime:** Time and a half after 40 hours * **Typical Hours:** Opportunity to work 50-60 hours/week * At 40 hours/week, your annual earnings would be approximately $83,200 * Additional hours are paid at overtime rates * **Relocation Support:** Up to $2,000 moving cost * **Vehicle:** Ute provided with weekend use + fuel card * **Travel Allowance:** $97.58/night (Mon-Thurs) PLUS food and accommodation when working (Mon-Thurs) * **Insurance:** * Full medical insurance for you and immediate family * Life insurance * **KiwiSaver Employer Contributions:** * 3% for the first 2 years * 5% after 2 years * 7% after 5 years * **Fuel Card:** Can be added to your personal vehicle, with access to client fuel discounts Apply now to secure a role with strong earning potential and long-term career growth. * Applicants must have the current right to work in New Zealand. * As per our standard procedures, all candidates must pass a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol screening test. * Ministry of Justice criminal background checks are part of our standard process, please speak to our team if you need to discuss your application process further.