Civil Construction Worker

Wilson Contractors; Otago; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed minimum hours

Training and development opportunities

Health insurance benefits

Family‑oriented workplace culture

Live and work in Queenstown Lakes

Job summary

Wilson Contractors in Queenstown Lakes District is seeking motivated Civil Construction Workers to join our team. The role involves earthworks, drainage, roading and infrastructure across Central Otago, Queenstown Lakes and Southland.

You will work alongside experienced operators, foremen and supervisors, contributing to successful delivery of civil projects. The position offers guaranteed minimum hours and a supportive, family‑oriented workplace.

Qualifications

• Ideally 1 year of civil construction or labouring experience.
• Must be physically fit for manual labour.
• Strong commitment to health and safety practices.
• Able to follow instructions and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with earthworks, drainage, roading and infrastructure projects.
• Load/unload/move construction materials.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Assist with site preparation, trenching and reinstatement.
• Operate civil heavy machinery such as rollers, excavators, loaders.
• Maintain vehicles, plant, tools and equipment.
• Complete timesheets and documentation.
• Follow all health and safety procedures.
• Work well within a team and take directions from supervision.

Skills

Civil construction experience

Physical fitness

Health and safety

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

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Wilson Contractors – Queenstown-Lakes District, South Island

Wilson Contractors is a locally owned and operated civil construction company delivering earthworks, roading, drainage, infrastructure, subdivision, and site development projects throughout Central Otago, Queenstown Lakes, and Southland. We have built a reputation for quality workmanship, reliability, and delivering successful projects since 2003.

About the Role

Due to continued growth and a strong forward workload, we are seeking motivated Civil Construction Workers to join our team.

The role involves a variety of civil construction activities and manual labouring tasks across multiple projects. You will work alongside experienced operators, foremen, and supervisors while contributing to the successful delivery of civil infrastructure projects.

Location: Queenstown Lakes District
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Pay Rate: $26.00 - $36.00 per hour (depending on skills and experience)
Hours of Work: Guaranteed minimum 80 hours per fortnight, up to 120 hours per fortnight. Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work as required.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting with earthworks, drainage, roading, and infrastructure projects.
• Loading, unloading, and moving construction materials.
• Operating hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Assisting with site preparation, trenching, pipe laying, and reinstatement activities.
• Operating civil heavy machinery such as rollers, excavators, loaders,
• Maintaining vehicles, plant, tools, and equipment.
• Completing timesheets and other required documentation accurately.
• Following all company health and safety procedures.
• Working effectively within a team environment and following directions from supervisors and foremen.

What We're Looking For

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Ideally at least 1 year of relevant civil construction, labouring, infrastructure, or related industry experience.
• Physical fitness and ability to perform manual labouring duties.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and motivated attitude.
• A current New Zealand driver's licence or the ability to obtain is preferred.
• W, T, R endorsements and Class 2 licence advantageous but not essential.

Why Join Wilson Contractors?

• Guaranteed minimum hours
• Training and development opportunities.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Supportive family-oriented workplace culture.
• Opportunity to live and work in the stunning Queenstown Lakes region.

Applicants Must

• Have the legal right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain a New Zealand work visa.
• Be able to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Be willing to undergo relevant pre-employment checks.

If you are looking to build a career in civil construction with a company that values its people and invests in their development, we'd love to hear from you.