Civil Labourers Wtr

Max People; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Max People is hiring Civil Labourers with WTR endorsements for ongoing, full-time work across Canterbury including Christchurch, Kaiapoi, Rangiora, and Lyttelton. You’ll support experienced operators across earthworks, drainage, subdivision, and roading projects.

This hands-on role is outdoors, team-focused, and offers a mix of sites and tasks to build your skills while contributing to Canterbury's infrastructure. Immediate start available for the right candidates.

Qualifications

• Full Class 1 NZ Driver Licence.
• WTR endorsements (Wheels, Tracks & Rollers).
• Previous civil construction or labouring experience.
• Reliable transport to get to site.
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.
• First Aid or Confined Space tickets advantageous.
• Site Safe or Construct Safe - we can assist with this.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with earthworks, trenching, and backfilling.
• Supporting drainage, pipe laying, and underground services installation.
• Assisting with pavement preparation, compaction, and concreting.
• Operating hand tools, power tools, and small plant equipment.
• Loading and unloading materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Assisting machine operators and civil tradespeople.
• Setting up sites, barriers, fencing, and signage.
• Carrying out general site maintenance and housekeeping.
• Following site safety procedures and participating in toolbox meetings.

Skills

WTR endorsements

Full Class 1NZ Driver Licence

Physically fit

Team player

Job description

Have you got your WTR, have a solid work ethic and can comitt to a role 4-6 months?

Bullet Points

• Ongoing, full-time work across Canterbury
• Variety of civil projects - no two days alike
• Work alongside experienced civil crews

If you enjoy variety, working outdoors, and being part of a crew that gets things done, this could be the role for you.

Max People is looking for experienced Civil Labourers with WTR endorsements to join a busy civil construction team delivering infrastructure, drainage, subdivision, and roading projects throughout Christchurch, Kaiapoi, Rangiora, and Lyttelton. This is a hands‑on role where you'll support experienced operators and tradespeople across every stage of the project. From installing underground services and preparing new subdivisions to assisting with earthworks, drainage, and site establishment, you'll enjoy plenty of variety while building your experience across multiple areas of civil construction.

If you're reliable, enjoy physical work, and like being part of a team that looks out for each other, you'll find plenty of opportunities to develop your skills while working on projects that help shape Canterbury's future.

What's In It For You

• Ongoing, full‑time work across a range of civil projects
• $28 - $32 per hour depending on experience
• Variety of work across drainage, earthworks, subdivisions, and infrastructure
• Immediate start available for the right candidates

What You Will Be Doing

• Assisting with earthworks, trenching, and backfilling
• Supporting drainage, pipe laying, and underground services installation
• Assisting with pavement preparation, compaction, and concreting
• Operating hand tools, power tools, and small plant equipment
• Loading and unloading materials, equipment, and supplies
• Assisting machine operators and civil tradespeople
• Setting up sites, barriers, fencing, and signage
• Carrying out general site maintenance and housekeeping
• Following site safety procedures and participating in toolbox meetings

What We Require

• Full Class 1 NZ Driver Licence
• WTR endorsements (Wheels, Tracks & Rollers)
• Previous civil construction or labouring experience
• Reliable transport to get to site
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
• First Aid or Confined Space tickets advantageous
• Site Safe or Construct Safe - we can assist with this
• 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 New Zealand 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.