WTR Labourer

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Christchurch

On-site

NZD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start
Competitive pay based on experience
Full-time ongoing civil work
Grow operating skills
Supportive team environment

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking a WTR-endorsed Labourer for ongoing civil industry work. This full-time role combines labouring with machine operation across various sites, supporting the onsite crew and operating machinery when required.

Ideal candidates are hardworking, reliable, and ready to develop operating skills in a long-term role. NZ residency or valid NZ work visa is required. Immediate start with ongoing, full-time civil work and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

  • WTR endorsement is essential.
  • Experience operating loaders or diggers is advantageous.
  • Class 2 licence is a bonus but not essential.
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

  • Perform labouring tasks across civil projects.
  • Support onsite team and operate machinery when required.
  • Maintain safety and follow site instructions.

Skills

WTR endorsement
Loader operation
Digger operation
Class 2 licence (bonus)
Teamwork

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.

We are seeking a WTR-endorsed Labourer to join our team for ongoing civil industry work. This is a great opportunity for someone who is hardworking, reliable, and keen to develop their operating skills in a long-term role.

About the Role

This is a full-time, ongoing position involving a mix of labouring and machine operating. You’ll be working across various civil projects, supporting the onsite team and operating machinery when required.

What You Need
  • WTR (Wheels, Tracks & Rollers) Endorsement – Essential
  • Experience operating loaders or diggers is advantageous
  • Class 2 licence is a bonus, but not essential
  • Physically fit, hardworking, and reliable
  • Ability to work well in a team and follow instructions
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug test
What We Offer
  • Immediate start
  • Competitive pay based on your experience
  • Full-time, ongoing work in the civil industry
  • Opportunity to grow operating skills
  • Supportive team environment

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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