Queenstown Registered Drainlayer – Civil & Drainage Expert

Tradestaff; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradestaff is recruiting a Registered Drainlayer for Queenstown to install and maintain drainage systems across residential, commercial and civil projects. You will read plans, set levels, and deliver drainage work to NZ standards.

You must hold a current practising licence, enjoy teamwork, and communicate clearly on site. A Class 1 driver licence and reliable work ethic are required for this role in a dynamic Otago environment.

Qualifications

• NZ Registered Drainlayer with a current practising licence.
• Proven experience in drainage installation and construction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drainage specifications.
• Strong understanding of drainage systems and relevant NZ requirements.
• Full Class 1 driver’s licence.
• Reliable attitude, good communication and pride in workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Installing and maintaining drainage systems across all 3 waters.
• Setting out drainage works to plans and specifications.
• Installing pipes, manholes, inspection chambers and associated drainage infrastructure.
• Checking pipe gradients, levels and connections.
• Working alongside excavator operators, civil crews and site supervisors.
• Ensuring work complies with applicable NZ standards, codes and regulatory requirements.
• Maintaining safe work practices around trenches, machinery and underground services.

Skills

Drainage installation

Plan reading

NZ licensing

Driver licence

Site teamwork

Quality workmanship

Job description

Tradestaff is recruiting a Registered Drainlayer for Queenstown to install and maintain drainage systems across residential, commercial and civil projects. You will read plans, set levels, and deliver drainage work to NZ standards.

You must hold a current practising licence, enjoy teamwork, and communicate clearly on site. A Class 1 driver licence and reliable work ethic are required for this role in a dynamic Otago environment.