Summary: Seeking a registered civil drainlayer with foreman-level experience to lead drainage crews on land development and civil infrastructure projects, supervising tasks and ensuring high safety and quality standards. Highlights: 1. Lead drainage crews on land development and civil infrastructure projects 2. Supervise site crews and ensure high standards of safety, quality, and delivery 3. Supportive team culture with room to grow and lead We’re looking for a registered civil drainlayer with foreman-level experience to lead drainage crews on a variety of land development and civil infrastructure projects across the Manawatū region. You'll be responsible for supervising site crews, coordinating daily tasks, and ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and delivery. The work involves deep trenching, trench shields, confined space operations, and the installation of stormwater, sewer, and water mains. We need someone who’s confident managing people and workflow, can read plans, and communicates well with both the team and project managers. What we’re looking for: * Registered drainlayer (certified is a strong advantage) * Proven civil drainage experience (stormwater, sewer, water mains) * Experience supervising site crews in a foreman or leading hand role * Strong understanding of trench safety, confined spaces, and shield systems * Ability to interpret plans and set out jobs accurately * Health and safety focused, with strong organisational skills * WTR and full NZ licence preferred What’s on offer: * Full-time role with a high-performing, self-managing crew * Steady pipeline of work across civil and land development projects * Competitive pay based on experience and registration level * Supportive team culture with room to grow and lead If you're a registered drainlayer with leadership experience and a strong work ethic, we'd love to hear from you.
Trademe · HR
Trademe · HR
