Description
Summary:
Join a skilled civil team as an experienced Drainlayer, working on technically demanding infrastructure projects, ensuring accuracy and delivering high-quality outcomes.
Highlights:
1. Work on complex and high-profile civil projects
2. Supportive team environment with strong site culture
3. Long-term career opportunities
* $35-$38 per hour
* High-spec civil infrastructure work
* Long-term career opportunities
About The Role
We're on the lookout for an experienced Drainlayer to join a skilled civil team delivering a range of infrastructure projects across Christchurch.
This role will see you working on everything from deep drainage through to pump stations and complex pipeline systems. You'll be hands-on, reading plans, ensuring accuracy, and playing a key role in delivering high-quality outcomes on technically demanding sites.
If you take pride in your work, understand the ins and outs of drainage systems, and enjoy being part of a crew that gets the job done right - we want to hear from you.
Wages $35 - $38 per hour (depending on experience)
What's In It For You
* Work on complex and high-profile civil projects
* Ongoing, long-term career opportunities
* Competitive pay rates
* Supportive team environment with strong site culture
What You Will Be Doing
* Installing gravity and pressure pipeline systems
* Working on deep drainage and pump station projects
* Laying and repairing stormwater and wastewater infrastructure
* Operating in challenging ground and wet conditions
* Reading plans and ensuring accurate, high-quality installation
What We Require
* Proven experience as a Drainlayer
* Registered or Certifying Drainlayer preferred
* Valid Site Safe or Construct Safe - we can assist with this
* Strong knowledge of CCC standards and procedures
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* High attention to detail and workmanship
* Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND
Why Choose Max People?
Max People is a trusted recruitment partner with 15+ years' experience connecting great people with great workplaces. What started in construction has grown into one of the country's leading labour-hire and recruitment providers across construction, civil, agriculture, dairy, manufacturing, and logistics.
When you join Max People, you're backed by a team that lives its values: Passion, Empathy, Optimism, Professionalism, Loyalty, and Empowerment. We're here to support your journey, champion your growth, and help you build a future you're excited about.