Drainage Apprentice: Mentored, Hands-On Civil Construction

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship on site

Immediate start

Weekly pay

Job summary

Talent Propeller in Southland is seeking an Assistant Drainlayer for full-time civil projects. You’ll work alongside certified drainlayers, operators, and pipefitters, learning to install, repair, and maintain underground drainage systems while receiving mentorship on the job.

This hands-on role offers a clear path to becoming a qualified drainlayer, with an immediate start, on-site training, and weekly pay in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Willingness to perform heavy manual handling in all weather.
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn drainlaying trade.
• Ability to follow instructions clearly and work well in a close-knit team.
• Valid Driver’s license; WTR endorsements preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist drainlayers with laying stormwater, wastewater, and sewer pipes.
• Dig trenches, prepare bedding materials, and backfill trenches manually or with operator assistance.
• Move and prepare drainage pipes, fittings, manholes, and materials on site.
• Set up laser levels, trench shoring, and safety equipment under supervision.
• Operate hand and power tools safely (compactors, concrete saws, shovels, level guides).
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and hazard-free at all times.
• Assist with traffic management setup and environmental controls on site.
• Follow health and safety procedures including trench safety and confined space protocols.

Skills

Manual labor

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Follow instructions

Driver's license

Tools

Laser level

Compactors

Concrete saws

Shovels

Level guides

Job description

Talent Propeller in Southland is seeking an Assistant Drainlayer for full-time civil projects. You’ll work alongside certified drainlayers, operators, and pipefitters, learning to install, repair, and maintain underground drainage systems while receiving mentorship on the job.

This hands-on role offers a clear path to becoming a qualified drainlayer, with an immediate start, on-site training, and weekly pay in a supportive team environment.