Roading + Civil Workers Wanted

Stafford Personnel; Timaru; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Stay-away allowance

Travel allowance

Immediate starts

Summer work opportunities

Job summary

Stafford Personnel is seeking reliable road­ing and civil workers for summer season projects in the Timaru and South Canterbury region. Immediate starts available across civil labouring, machine operation, driving, and traffic management roles.

Accommodation provided where needed, with stay-away and travel allowances offered on applicable projects; ideal for candidates ready to work outdoors and commit to a busy construction season.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Commitment to health and safety.
• Physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in all weather.
• Relevant licences, tickets, or industry experience (advantageous).
• Ability to work away from home when required.

Responsibilities

• Road maintenance and construction projects.
• Site preparation and excavation.
• Operating machinery and equipment.
• Driving heavy vehicles.
• Traffic management and site safety.
• Physical labour, including digging, sweeping, wheelbarrow work, and general site duties.

Skills

Civil Labouring

Machine Operators

Roller Operators

WTR endorsements

Class 4 Drivers

Traffic Management

Leading Hand

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.

Roading & Civil Workers Wanted

Summer Season Opportunities | Immediate Start

The warmer months are coming, and our clients are gearing up for a busy construction and roading season. We're looking for hardworking, reliable people to join crews across a variety of civil and infrastructure projects.

Whether you're an experienced operator, a traffic management professional, or a physically fit labourer keen to get stuck in, we want to hear from you.

Work is located in the Timaru and South Canterbury area, however, some projects require travel outside the region – accommodation is provided and a stay-away allowance is paid.

We're Looking For:

• Civil Labourers
• Machine Operators + Roller Operators
  • WTR endorsements required
• Class 4 Drivers
• Traffic Management Staff (with qualifications or experience)
• Leading Hand

About the Work

No two days are the same. Depending on your experience, you could be involved in:

• Road maintenance and construction projects
• Site preparation and excavation
• Operating machinery and equipment
• Driving heavy vehicles
• Traffic management and site safety
• Physical labour, including digging, sweeping, wheelbarrow work, and general site duties

What's In It For You?

• Competitive hourly rates
• Immediate starts available
• Ongoing summer work with potential for longer-term opportunities
• Travel allowance where applicable
• Stay-away allowance for out-of-town projects
• Work with reputable civil and infrastructure companies
• Great team environments

What You'll Bring

• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Commitment to health and safety
• Physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in all weather
• Relevant licences, tickets, or industry experience (advantageous)
• Ability to work away from home when required

NOTE - applicants must:

• be available for immediate start or a quick turnaround
• have the relevant licences and endorsements for the role you are applying for
• have NZ work rights
• be located in NZ at the time of applying
• be able to pass pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing