Drainage Apprentice: Learn Hands-On on Civil Projects

Talent Propeller; Southland; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship on site

Weekly pay

Job summary

Talent Propeller in Southland seeks an Assistant Drainlayer for full-time civil projects. You will learn on the job, supporting qualified drainlayers to install and maintain underground drainage systems across residential, commercial, and civil work.

The role requires good fitness, reliability and teamwork, with a competitive 28–32 NZD/hour and 30–60 hours per week. Immediate start with mentorship to learn the trade in a safety‑focused team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience (qualification preferred but not compulsory).
• Strong physical fitness and willingness to carry out heavy manual handling in all weather conditions.
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn the drainlaying trade.
• Ability to follow instructions clearly and work well within a close-knit team.
• Valid Driver’s license, WTR endorsements preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Assisting qualified drainlayers with laying stormwater, wastewater, and sewer pipes.
• Digging trenches, preparing pipe bedding materials, and backfilling trenches manually or assisting machine operators.
• Moving, handling, and preparing drainage pipes, fittings, manholes, and connection materials on site.
• Setting up laser levels, trench shoring, and safety equipment under supervision.
• Operating hand and power tools (compactors, concrete saws, shovels, level guides) safely.
• Keeping the work area clean, organized, and free of hazards at all times.
• Assisting with traffic management setup and site environmental controls where required.
• Following all health and safety procedures, including trench safety and confined space protocols.

Skills

Manual handling

Teamwork

Reliability

Driver's license

WTR endorsements

Job description

Talent Propeller in Southland seeks an Assistant Drainlayer for full-time civil projects. You will learn on the job, supporting qualified drainlayers to install and maintain underground drainage systems across residential, commercial, and civil work.

The role requires good fitness, reliability and teamwork, with a competitive 28–32 NZD/hour and 30–60 hours per week. Immediate start with mentorship to learn the trade in a safety‑focused team.