Lead Drainage Foreman - Deep Sewer & Water Pipelines

RobLawMax Recruitment; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Long-term drainage projects

Job summary

RobLawMax Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Drainage Foreman to lead crews on key Canterbury civil infrastructure projects in Christchurch. You’ll drive productivity, safety, and quality on-site, collaborating closely with project managers and supervisors to keep work flowing smoothly.

Ideal candidates have proven deep drainage and civil pipework experience, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to read plans and set levels.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in deep drainage and civil pipework.
• Hands-on leadership style; work alongside the team.
• Ability to read plans and set levels.
• Certified or registered Drainlayer preferred, but not essential.
• Full Class 1 licence required (Class 2 and WTR an advantage).

Responsibilities

• Oversee deep drainage installations (sewer, stormwater, water mains).
• Manage and lead a small on-site team.
• Interpret plans, set out levels, and problem-solve on the go.
• Experience with water reticulation services preferred.
• Operate excavators in deep drainage and various machines.
• Uphold and enforce health and safety standards.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and subcontractors.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Deep drainage

Civil pipework

Read plans

Drainlayer cert

Class 1 Licence

Tools

Excavators

Job description

RobLawMax Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Drainage Foreman to lead crews on key Canterbury civil infrastructure projects in Christchurch. You’ll drive productivity, safety, and quality on-site, collaborating closely with project managers and supervisors to keep work flowing smoothly.

Ideal candidates have proven deep drainage and civil pipework experience, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to read plans and set levels.