Lead Civil Drainlayer | Supervise & Upskill Crew (Canterbury)

Canstaff

Canterbury

On-site

NZD 41,000 - 58,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle and mobile phone supplied
Immediate start

Job summary

Canstaff in Canterbury (near Christchurch) seeks an experienced Civil construction drain layer to supervise a crew. You will lead by example, ensure project timelines and compliance, and upskill team members in drainlaying tasks.

Responsibilities include supervising trench digging, pipe installation, machinery operation, and upskilling where needed. A Class 2 license, WTR endorsement, and pre-employment medical are preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

  • Civil construction experience essential.
  • Team leadership or foreman experience preferred.
  • WTR endorsement.
  • Class 2 Drivers license required.
  • Pre-employment medical and drug test required.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and upskill the drainlaying team
  • Ensure compliance with project specs and safety standards
  • Dig trenches
  • Install pipes
  • Operate machinery as needed

Skills

Civil construction
Team leadership
Drainlaying

Job description

Canstaff in Canterbury (near Christchurch) seeks an experienced Civil construction drain layer to supervise a crew. You will lead by example, ensure project timelines and compliance, and upskill team members in drainlaying tasks.

Responsibilities include supervising trench digging, pipe installation, machinery operation, and upskilling where needed. A Class 2 license, WTR endorsement, and pre-employment medical are preferred but not mandatory.

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