Civil Leading Hand

Corde; Rangiora; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Weekly pay

Work vehicle

Phone provided

Permanent full-time

Job summary

Corde's Rangiora branch is seeking two leading hands to join a busy civil construction crew for a full summer workload. You’ll work hands-on in a small crew and step in as 2IC when needed, delivering bridge and drainage work, road and footpath improvements, and street furniture installation.

The ideal candidate has proven civil construction experience, a current Class 1 licence, and a safety-conscious, self-motivated approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil construction essential.
• Full Class 1 Driver Licence is essential.
• WTR endorsements preferred.
• Working at heights desirable.
• Traffic management knowledge or training provided for the right candidate.
• Ability to identify hazards and work safely around plant and equipment.
• Physically fit and able to work unsupervised with a positive attitude.
• Strong teamwork and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands in a small crew, stepping in as 2IC when required.
• Carry out bridge maintenance and repairs on timber and concrete structures.
• Install and maintain drainage systems including sumps, manholes, and stormwater pipes.
• Perform roading and footpath work, including asphalt, concrete paths, paving and kerb repairs.
• Install and repair street furniture such as sight rails and bollards.
• Respond to emergencies during weather and traffic events.

Skills

Bridge maintenance

Drainage works

Roading works

Street furniture

Emergency response

Class 1 Licence

Traffic management

Hazard awareness

Safety awareness

Job description

Are you keen to take the step up in your civil career? Our Rangiora branch is looking for two leading hands to join their growing construction crew and get stuck into a full summer workload.

About the role | Ko te kaupapa

Based at our Rangiora branch and reporting to the Supervisor, you’ll work hands-on in a small crew and step in as 2IC when needed. It’s a role where your leadership will make a real difference.

With a packed summer forward workload, your work will include:

• Bridge maintenance and repairs on both timber and concrete structures
• Drainage works, including installing and maintaining sumps, manholes, stormwater pipes and culverts (no sewer or water reticulation work)
• General roading and footpath work, including asphalt and concrete footpaths, paving and kerb repairs
• Installing and repairing street furniture such as sight rails, handrails, bollards, bike stands and large street signs
• Emergency response during weather and traffic events
• Proven experience working within the construction industry
• Full Class 1 Driver Licence (essential)
• WTR endorsements (preferred)
• Working at Heights (desirable)
• Previous Traffic Management experience or knowledge (preferred – Training will be
• provided for the right candidate)
• Ability to identify hazards and work safely around plant and equipment
• Physically fit and self-motivated and ability to work unsupervised with a positive attitude
• Health and safety conscious and ability to use common sense.

What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai

• Competitive hourly rate, with weekly pay
• Work vehicle + Phone
• Permanent full-time role, 40 hours working Monday to Friday
• Great working conditions and an excellent team environment
• Career growth opportunities and some great mentors available to support growth

The company is committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates are required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol test prior to employment.

Note:

CORDE Ltd will not consider unsolicited applications or contact from recruitment agencies for this vacancy. If recruitment support is needed, we will reach out to our trusted agencies.