Site Supervisor – Civil Construction Lead

Kirimana.; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirimana is seeking a Site Supervisor in Christchurch, New Zealand, for a full-time role with an hourly rate of NZ$40–45. The position demands weekend work, flexibility across shifts, and long-term commitment, with responsibilities spanning interpretation of drawings, planning, and on-site supervision of civil and commercial projects.

The candidate should have 2 years of relevant experience or a Level 4 qualification or higher, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant site experience or an equivalent Level 4 qualification.
• Bachelor's degree or above preferred.
• Flexible for weekend work and shifts.
• Long-term commitment is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Construction Managers, Architects and Surveyors in planning and coordination.
• Interpret architectural drawings, engineering plans, and codes of practice to support construction.
• Prepare sketches, drawings, specifications and project docs.
• Coordinate work programs, monitor progress and schedule construction activities.
• Inspect work, materials, and site activities for compliance with regulations and standards.
• Estimate project costs and assist in timeframes.
• Collect site measurements and data using surveying instruments.
• Prepare and revise construction drawings using relevant software.

Skills

Interpreting drawings

Project coordination

Scheduling

Site supervision

Education

Level 4 qualification or above

Bachelor's degree or above

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Kirimana is seeking a Site Supervisor in Christchurch, New Zealand, for a full-time role with an hourly rate of NZ$40–45. The position demands weekend work, flexibility across shifts, and long-term commitment, with responsibilities spanning interpretation of drawings, planning, and on-site supervision of civil and commercial projects.

The candidate should have 2 years of relevant experience or a Level 4 qualification or higher, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree.