Three Waters Foreperson: Lead Water & Wastewater Projects

OneStaff; Oamaru; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Supportive team culture

Variety of civil projects

Excellent Waitaki lifestyle

Job summary

OneStaff is seeking an experienced Three Waters Foreperson to lead site crews on water, wastewater and stormwater projects in the Waitaki region. You will manage labour, plant and materials, coordinate with Project Managers and deliver safe, high-quality outcomes for clients.

The role offers a permanent full-time position with career progression, ongoing training, and a supportive team culture in a safety-focused business.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil construction, Three Waters infrastructure.
• NZ Certificate in Pipeline Construction & Maintenance (Level 3/4) or Plumbing/Drainlaying qualifications.
• Experience leading crews or supervising civil construction projects.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to read engineering plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor site crews to achieve project milestones.
• Supervise installation of water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure.
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, plant and materials.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and project specifications.
• Maintain high standards of quality assurance.
• Drive health and safety culture through toolbox talks, risk management and compliance.
• Liaise with engineers, project managers and clients to keep projects on track.
• Support and develop apprentices and junior team members.

Skills

Lead crews

Health & safety leadership

Read drawings & specs

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

NZ Certificate in Pipeline Construction & Maintenance (Level 3/4)

Plumbing/Drainlaying qualifications

Job description

OneStaff is seeking an experienced Three Waters Foreperson to lead site crews on water, wastewater and stormwater projects in the Waitaki region. You will manage labour, plant and materials, coordinate with Project Managers and deliver safe, high-quality outcomes for clients.

The role offers a permanent full-time position with career progression, ongoing training, and a supportive team culture in a safety-focused business.