Leading Hand – Three Waters

CORDE Ltd; Rolleston; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Birthday leave after 1 year

Varied and interesting work

Innovative projects

Job summary

CORDE Ltd invites applications for a Leading Hand in our Three Waters team in Canterbury. You will oversee a range of drainage projects, read plans, and mentor crew members while driving production targets.

The role requires at least 5 years in drainage or water, a Full Class 1 Licence (essential), and WTR endorsements (essential). Preferred Class 2-4 licences, and a strong safety mindset are also valued. NZ residency or valid work visa is required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and mentoring a team.
• At least 5 years’ experience in the drainage or water industry.
• Full Class 1 Licence (essential)
• Class 2-4 Licence (preferred)
• WTR Endorsements (essential)
• Physically fit and self-motivated
• Health and Safety conscious with a positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a wide range of projects.
• Read and interpret plans.
• Communicate effectively with the team.
• Meet production targets.
• Train and mentor team members.

Skills

Leading and motivating a team

Reading and interpreting plans

Effective communication

Leadership experience

Health and safety awareness

Education

Full Class 1 Licence (essential)

Class 2-4 Licence (preferred)

WTR Endorsements (essential)

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We have one of the largest horizontal infrastructure teams in the South Island working in the maintenance, civil, and water industry. The work we do strengthens the communities we work and play in, with several key long term maintenance contracts throughout the Canterbury region and a number of civil projects currently being completed throughout the South Island.

About the role | Ko te kaupapa

We have a busy forward work program and are looking for a Leading Hand to join our Three Waters team. You will have a good knowledge and understanding of three waters networks with experience in pipelaying, backfilling and compaction, working in and around trenches and service connection.

As a Leading Hand, you will play an important role in managing and overseeing a wide range of projects. You will be experienced at reading and interpreting plans, communicating effectively and meeting production targets. You must have strong leadership skills and will be able to demonstrate that you have trained and mentored team members in the past. These are essential skills in order to be successful in this position and a leader within our business.

So, if you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role and are looking for your next move, we are keen to hear from you! We are a company that invests in our team and we are willing to invest in your future.

• Experience leading and motivating a team
• At least 5 years’ experience in the drainage or water industry
• Full Class 1 Licence (essential)
• Class 2-4 Licence (preferred)
• WTR Endorsements (essential)
• Physically fit and self-motivated
• Health and Safety conscious with a positive attitude

What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai

• Career opportunities through training & development
• Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones
• Birthday leave after 1 year, retail discounts and a great working culture!
• Varied and interesting work every day
• An innovative company with diverse projects

The company is committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates are required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol test prior to employment.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Please note that as this role is advertised over the holiday period, we will be reviewing applications in the new year and will respond from 12 January 2026.