Drainlayers and Drainage Operators
Your Day-to-Day:
As a Drainage Operator in our Drainage team, you'll be carrying out a variety of tasks including Infrastructure installation tasks for water treatment equipment and facilities to wastewater pump stations, treatment systems, and everything in between. Installing storm water and sewer pipelines, as well as pressure and gravity infrastructure, for both public and private sector projects. PE welding, confined space entries, telecom and power utility installations, concrete work, occasional landscaping—the list goes on.
We are looking for experienced operators of:
• Excavator Operator
• Multi Skilled Operator with Class 4
We are also looking for:
• Drainlayers or those looking to complete a drainlayers certificate.
What You'll Need
To hit the ground running, you'll generally need:
• Experience in the construction industry or something similar
• A current, clean Class 2 Licence
• Experience with excavators, loaders, and compaction equipment is an advantage
• A flexible & adaptable approach with a strong work ethic
• Efficient and forward thinking
• A safety-first mindset
• Be a NZ Citizen, Resident or hold a current NZ Work Visa
Nice-to-haves (but not essential):
• Holding a WTR endorsement
• Class 4 Licence
• Experience operating other machinery
Why You'll Love Working With Us
We know our team is our biggest asset, so we make sure our benefits package is strong:
• Great hourly rate – above the national average
• Performance-based incentives
• Health Insurance after 9 months (yes, it covers pre-existing conditions!)
• Consistent hours – typically 50 per week
• Monday to Friday work – enjoy your weekends!
• Loads of training and upskilling opportunities
• Real chances for career development and progression
• Uniform and PPE supplied
• ‘Refer a Friend’ Bonus
• We're an Immigration NZ Accredited Employer
Ready to join the crew?
If you want to embark on an enjoyable journey of success with us and after a job with variety and impact, get in touch now!
Apply Now or send your CV to recruitment@civilconstruction.co.nz. You can also call us on 0800 0800 04.
Please note: If you're not currently living in Queenstown, you'll need to be willing to relocate before applying.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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