Drainage Operator

Stellar Recruitment Pty; Otago; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay

30-hour contracts

Machinery training

Safety-focused teams

Long-term projects

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment Pty invites applications for drainage/civil roles across Otago and Queenstown Lakes. You will operate excavators, loaders and compactors, lay pipe, and work safely within trench shields as part of a collaborative team.

Join a supportive, safety-focused crew with long-term project opportunities. 30-hour guaranteed contracts for NZ citizens/residents, great pay, and chances to learn new machinery and drainage systems.

Qualifications

• Drainage or civil experience
• Water reticulation qualification (preferable or working towards)
• Class 2 licence preferred
• W, T, R endorsements advantageous
• Strong communication & safety mindset
• Reliable, proactive and team-focused

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, loaders & compactors
• Lay pipe & work safely inside trench shields
• Backfill trenches & assist with ground prep
• Spot for operators & move equipment
• Maintain tools & report technical issues

Skills

Strong communication

Safety mindset

Reliable & proactive

Team-focused

W endorsements

T endorsements

R endorsements

Water reticulation qualification

Class 2 licence

Education

Water reticulation qualification

Job description

About the role

Join drainage teams across Otago and Queenstown Lakes completing trenching, pipe installation, excavation support, and general civil works. Work with experienced supervisors on high-profile regional developments.

Benefits

• Great pay + consistent hours
• 30-hour guaranteed contracts (NZ citizens/residents)
• Opportunities to learn new machinery & drainage systems
• Supportive, safety-focused teams
• Long-term civil project pipeline

Duties

• Operate excavators, loaders & compactors
• Lay pipe & work safely inside trench shields
• Backfill trenches & assist with ground prep
• Spot for operators & move equipment
• Maintain tools & report technical issues

Skills & experience

• Drainage or civil experience
• Water reticulation qualification (preferable or working towards)
• Class 2 licence preferred
• W, T, R endorsements advantageous
• Strong communication & safety mindset
• Reliable, proactive and team-focused

Culture

Teams are collaborative, down-to-earth, and committed to delivering quality drainage work safely. People enjoy the mix of challenging tasks and supportive leadership.

About the company

Our clients are respected civil contractors delivering drainage, roading, and infrastructure across Otago. They’re known for modern equipment, strong systems, and investing in their crews.