Drainage Foreman

Stellar Recruitment Pty

Auckland

On-site

NZD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Long-term pipeline
Senior leadership path
Supportive management
South Auckland projects

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment Pty is seeking a capable Drainage Lead for Auckland projects with a civil contractor client. You will lead drainage crews, coordinate daily site operations, and work closely with Project Managers to ensure on-time delivery to specification.

The role requires strong stormwater and wastewater knowledge, ability to read plans, and a valid Class 1 licence. Drainlaying qualification is advantageous for progression.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience leading drainage crews.
  • Strong stormwater and wastewater knowledge.
  • Ability to read and interpret plans.
  • Full Class 1 licence required.
  • Drainlaying qualification advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Lead drainage crews across multiple sites.
  • Coordinate daily work programmes.
  • Read and interpret plans and specifications.
  • Drive productivity and site performance.
  • Enforce health and safety standards; liaise with clients and subcontractors.
  • Monitor quality and project deadlines.
  • Mentor and develop team members.

Skills

Lead drainage crews
Stormwater & wastewater
Read & interpret plans
Class 1 licence
Drainlaying qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leading civil contractor delivering drainage and infrastructure projects across Auckland. You'll lead drainage crews, coordinate daily site operations, work closely with Project Managers and Supervisors, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Long-term pipeline of secured civil projects
  • Career progression into senior leadership
  • Supportive and experienced management team
  • South Auckland based projects
Duties
  • Lead drainage crews across multiple sites
  • Coordinate daily work programmes
  • Read and interpret plans and specifications
  • Drive productivity and site performance
  • Enforce health and safety standardsLiaise with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders
  • Monitor quality and project deadlines
  • Mentor and develop team members
Skills & Experience
  • Proven experience leading drainage crews
  • Strong stormwater and wastewater knowledge
  • Ability to read and interpret plans
  • Full Class 1 licence required
  • Drainlaying qualification advantageous
About the Company

Our client is a well-established civil construction contractor with a strong reputation in the Auckland market. They deliver a range of drainage, roading and infrastructure projects and are known for their commitment to safety, quality, and employee development.

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