Description
Summary:
Experienced drainlayers are sought to support wastewater infrastructure upgrades and treatment plant maintenance projects, delivering drainage projects safely and efficiently.
Highlights:
1. Support critical wastewater infrastructure upgrades and maintenance
2. Install, repair, and maintain drainage and wastewater systems
3. Operate machinery in a civil construction environment
**About Role**
Wastewater infrastructure upgrades and treatment plant maintenance projects are underway across the Auckland region. Experienced drainlayers are required to support these works and help deliver projects to meet tight deadlines.
**Duties**
* Set out drainage works using laser levels and interpret plans accurately
* Install, repair and maintain drainage and wastewater systems
* Carry out pipe laying, connections, manholes and fittings installation
* Operate excavators and small plant when required
* Assist with trenching, backfilling and general civil labouring tasks
* Work alongside crew to deliver drainage projects safely and efficiently
**Experience**
* 3+ years experience in drainlaying or civil drainage works
* Strong understanding of drainage systems, pipe installation and fittings
* Experience reading and working from site plans
* Confident operating machinery in a civil construction environment
* Background in wastewater or infrastructure drainage projects
**Requirements**
* Full NZ driver's licence (Class 2 and WTR preferred but not essential)
* Physically fit and able to complete manual civil site work
* Able to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
* Strong work ethic and ability to work in a team or independently
* Reliable and flexible with site locations and project requirements
**About Company**
A leading civil construction contractor delivering complex infrastructure projects across New Zealand and Australia. Specialising in water infrastructure, wastewater treatment, tunnelling, and utilities, with a strong focus on maintenance and upgrade works.