Concrete Cadet Ashburton

HW Richardson Group; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health insurance after a qualifiy

Staff referral scheme

Team recognition events

Discounts on tyres, fuel and oils

Job summary

Allied Concrete, part of the HW Richardson Group, offers an entry-level opportunity to start your working career in the concrete industry. No prior experience required; we provide training, equipment licences, and pathways to grow within the company.

You will learn all facets of concrete production—from batching and dispatching to driving forklifts and concrete trucks—while working outdoors with a supportive team and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• School leavers or go-getters looking for a career, not just a job.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• A reliable team player who isn't afraid of hard work.

Responsibilities

• We'll start you with training and support to build your skills in the concrete industry.
• Learn all aspects of the concrete business, including batching, dispatching, forward order taking, yard housekeeping, slumping, testing, driving forklift, loader and concrete trucks.

Education

BCITO Certificate in Concrete Production Level 4

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to start your working career?

Build a future in the industry

No Previous Experience Is Necessary.

We're looking for someone with the right attitude, a willingness to learn and who isn't afraid to get stuck in. We'll provide the training, support and opportunities you need to build your skills and progress in the industry.

What's in it for you?

Learn and Earn!

We'll teach you everything you need to know - no experience is necessary. We'll support you to get the required licences and certificates, including a BCITO Certificate in Concrete Production Level 4.

Career growth:

Start here and work your way up in the industry. Learn all aspects of the concrete business, including batching, dispatching, forward order taking, housekeeping of the yard, slumping, testing, driving the forklift, loader and concrete trucks.

Work outdoors:

Enjoy being out and about, seeing Aotearoa when others are in the office.

Team support:

Be part of a crew that values teamwork and safety.

What we're looking for

• School leavers or go-getters looking for a career, not just a job
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• A reliable team player who isn't afraid of hard work

Why choose us?

We'll invest in you, provide hands-on training, and offer real opportunities to grow. Our team benefits include:

• Free health insurance after a qualifying period
• A staff referral scheme, refer a friend and get rewarded
• Team recognition events
• Discounts on the important things - tyres, fuel, and oils

We are Allied Concrete, a member of the H.W. Richardson Group of Companies and a widely recognised and highly professional, national supplier of ready-mixed concrete. We strive to provide the best results for our customers, and ensure our people get home safe every night.

We also make a point of developing our own talent and promoting from within wherever we can.

Allied Concrete is committed to providing a safe and drug free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test, as well as a driving assessment by our regional driver trainer prior to confirmation of employment.

Candidates for this position must have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.