Drainage Crew Member – Wellington | Weekly Pay & PPE

Tradestaff; Wellington; On-site; NZD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Weekly pay

Work with Tradestaff Wellington

Job summary

Tradestaff is seeking a Drainage Crew Member for Wellington projects, focusing on drainage and underground infrastructure with immediate start. The role offers ongoing work and the chance to work with respected civil contractors across the Wellington region.

Responsibilities include installing pipelines, trenching, backfilling, and ensuring health and safety on site, with competitive pay based on experience and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Experience in drainage or civil construction is required.
• Holder of a Full Class 1 Driver Licence; Class 2/WTR endorsements are advantageous.
• Certification in Confined Space or ConstructSafe is beneficial.
• Ability to work outdoors with good physical fitness.
• Strong work ethic and a team-focused attitude.
• Willingness to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Install stormwater, wastewater, and water main pipelines.
• Excavate and prepare trenches for pipe installation and drainage works.
• Lay, align, and connect pipes to project specifications.
• Assist with manhole, culvert, and catchpit installation.
• Backfill, compact, and reinstate work areas.
• Operate safely around heavy machinery.
• Read site plans and follow supervisor instructions.
• Carry out general labouring duties to support drainage crew.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised site per health and safety rules.

Skills

Drainage/civil construction experience

Full Class 1 Driver Licence

Outdoor physical fitness

Team-oriented

Drug test clearance

Job description

Tradestaff is seeking a Drainage Crew Member for Wellington projects, focusing on drainage and underground infrastructure with immediate start. The role offers ongoing work and the chance to work with respected civil contractors across the Wellington region.

Responsibilities include installing pipelines, trenching, backfilling, and ensuring health and safety on site, with competitive pay based on experience and weekly pay.