Drainlaying Team Lead: Build Safe Water Networks

Citycare Water; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted health insurance

Mental health first aiders

Health check-ups

Flu vaccinations

Employee assistance programme

Women in Water network

BOOST discounts

Making Waves – Reward & Recognition

Bereavement leave

Sick leave 5 days

Job summary

Citycare Water in Masterton is seeking an experienced Team Leader to head our Drainlaying crew across the three-water network. You will supervise, mentor and plan daily work, ensuring safety and quality while delivering projects on time.

This role requires a drainage ticket or progress toward it, leadership experience, and a willingness to participate in on-call rosters; knowledge of NZ infrastructure is valued and collaboration is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Drainlaying ticket or working towards is required.
• Experience leading or supervising small teams.
• Knowledge of the three-waters network or construction environment; NZ Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Level 3 or 4) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and mentor drainage crews to deliver work across the three-water network, prioritising safety and professionalism.
• Plan and schedule drainage projects, allocate resources effectively and ensure timely completion.
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback and conduct training as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation including timesheets, work reports and project records.

Skills

Team leadership

Project planning

Communication

Education

Drainlaying ticket

NZ Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Level 3/4)

Job description

Citycare Water in Masterton is seeking an experienced Team Leader to head our Drainlaying crew across the three-water network. You will supervise, mentor and plan daily work, ensuring safety and quality while delivering projects on time.

This role requires a drainage ticket or progress toward it, leadership experience, and a willingness to participate in on-call rosters; knowledge of NZ infrastructure is valued and collaboration is encouraged.