Connexis-Qualified Civil Pipelayer: Water Infrastructure

Tradestaff; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradestaff in Dunedin is seeking experienced Civil Pipelayers and Water Infrastructure Installers to join our skilled crews on water, wastewater and stormwater projects across the Dunedin area. You will work from civil drawings, set levels, install pipelines, and coordinate with excavator operators, ensuring safety and quality workmanship on every site.

Applicants should have Connexis or NZQA pipelaying qualifications and a valid Class 1 licence; prior experience with water networks is preferred

Qualifications

• Proven civil pipelaying experience and pipeline construction knowledge.
• Experience with water, wastewater or stormwater networks.
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings and plans.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship on site.

Responsibilities

• Install water, wastewater and stormwater pipelines
• Set levels, check gradients and alignment
• Install pipe fittings, valves, manholes, and related infrastructure
• Work from civil drawings, plans and specifications
• Prepare trenches, bedding, backfill and reinstatement
• Coordinate with excavator operators and civil crews
• Follow safe work practices around underground services

Skills

Civil pipelaying

Water infrastructure

Plan reading

Full Class 1 driver's licence

Safety awareness

Education

Connexis Level 4 qualification in Pipeline Construction and Maintenance

NZ Certificate in Pipe Installation or equivalent industry qualification

NZQA pipelaying unit standards

Job description

Tradestaff in Dunedin is seeking experienced Civil Pipelayers and Water Infrastructure Installers to join our skilled crews on water, wastewater and stormwater projects across the Dunedin area. You will work from civil drawings, set levels, install pipelines, and coordinate with excavator operators, ensuring safety and quality workmanship on every site.

Applicants should have Connexis or NZQA pipelaying qualifications and a valid Class 1 licence; prior experience with water networks is preferred