Outdoor Civil Labourer — No Experience Required

Trade Assist; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level role

On-site training

Job summary

Trade Assist is seeking reliable, hardworking individuals to join civil crews across Christchurch. No prior civil experience is required; attitude, work ethic and willingness to learn are valued as highly as practical skills.

This entry-level role involves general civil labouring, digging, lifting, assisting operators, using hand tools, and helping with drainage and earthworks. You will work outdoors, be part of a team, and build a long-term career in civil construction.

Qualifications

• Minimum Restricted Class 1 Driver Licence – essential.
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Reliable, punctual and willing to work hard.

Responsibilities

• General civil and construction labouring.
• Digging, lifting and moving materials.
• Assisting operators and tradespeople on site.
• Using hand tools and basic equipment.
• Helping with drainage, roading and earthworks projects.
• Keeping the worksite clean, tidy and safe.
• Following all health & safety procedures.
• Learning new skills and gaining valuable civil experience.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Job description

Trade Assist is seeking reliable, hardworking individuals to join civil crews across Christchurch. No prior civil experience is required; attitude, work ethic and willingness to learn are valued as highly as practical skills.

This entry-level role involves general civil labouring, digging, lifting, assisting operators, using hand tools, and helping with drainage and earthworks. You will work outdoors, be part of a team, and build a long-term career in civil construction.