Drainlayer's Assistant: Mentorship & Hands-On Training

Kinder Prep Montessori Nursery & Preschool; Southland; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship to learn the trade

Weekly pay

Job summary

Kinder Prep Montessori Nursery & Preschool in Southland seeks an Assistant Drainlayer's Helper for full-time civil projects. Join a busy drainage team, learn under experienced drainlayers, and gain practical skills while contributing to residential and civil infrastructure work.

This role offers mentorship, weekly pay, and opportunities to advance toward becoming a qualified Drainlayer. Must be prepared for physical work and varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience (qualification preferred but not compulsory).
• Strong physical fitness and ability to perform heavy manual handling in all weather.
• 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, and backfill manually or with operators.
• 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.
• Keep the work area clean and hazards-free at all times.
• Assist with traffic management and environmental controls as required.
• Follow all health and safety procedures including trench safety.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Reliability

Follow instructions

Driver's license

Job description

Kinder Prep Montessori Nursery & Preschool in Southland seeks an Assistant Drainlayer's Helper for full-time civil projects. Join a busy drainage team, learn under experienced drainlayers, and gain practical skills while contributing to residential and civil infrastructure work.

This role offers mentorship, weekly pay, and opportunities to advance toward becoming a qualified Drainlayer. Must be prepared for physical work and varying weather conditions.