Senior Drainlayer – Wastewater & Infrastructure Upgrades

RobLawMax Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RobLawMax Recruitment is seeking experienced drainlayers for wastewater infrastructure upgrades across Auckland. You will support civil drainage projects, set out works, and help deliver deadlines with a safety-first approach.

The role requires 3+ years in drainlaying or civil drainage, strong knowledge of drainage systems and fittings, reading site plans, and the ability to operate machinery on civil sites.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in drainlaying or civil drainage works.
• Strong understanding of drainage systems, pipe installation and fittings.
• Experience reading and working from site plans.
• Confident operating machinery in a civil construction environment.
• Background in wastewater or infrastructure drainage projects.

Responsibilities

• Set out drainage works using laser levels and interpret plans accurately.
• Install, repair and maintain drainage and wastewater systems.
• Carry out pipe laying, connections, manholes and fittings installation.
• Operate excavators and small plant when required.
• Assist with trenching, backfilling and general civil labouring tasks.
• Work alongside crew to deliver drainage projects safely and efficiently.

Skills

Drainlaying

Civil drainage

Site plans

Machinery operation

Wastewater infrastructure

Tools

Laser levels

Excavators

Job description

RobLawMax Recruitment is seeking experienced drainlayers for wastewater infrastructure upgrades across Auckland. You will support civil drainage projects, set out works, and help deliver deadlines with a safety-first approach.

The role requires 3+ years in drainlaying or civil drainage, strong knowledge of drainage systems and fittings, reading site plans, and the ability to operate machinery on civil sites.