Drainage Operators & Drainlayer

Trade · Queenstown-Lakes, Otago, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25/hr

Experienced drainage and civil workers wanted in Otago, New Zealand. Employers are filling roles for Drainlayers, Drainage Operators, Drainage Labourers, 20T Excavator Operators and Multi-Skilled Operators with Class 4.

Let us be straight: an open vacancy is not enough on its own. Success here needs real experience, practical ability and the professional attitude to slot into a new crew and perform immediately. Expect big infrastructure jobs in wastewater, stormwater, drainage, utilities, earthworks and roading, plus general civil work, with plenty of variety for problem-solvers. Candidates are judged on genuine work history and skills, so be accurate about what you can actually do on site.

Key Responsibilities

Follow workplace health, safety and environmental procedures
Safely operate 20T excavators, loaders, compactors and other relevant machinery on civil sites
Dig, trench, backfill and prepare sites
Put in and look after sewer and stormwater drainage
Construct gravity and pressure drainage infrastructure and install pipelines with associated civil works
Take on work at wastewater pump stations and treatment sites
Assist with installing water treatment infrastructure
Complete PE welding where required, as well as approved confined-space work
Install power and telecommunications utility infrastructure
Undertake concrete construction, finishing, landscaping and site reinstatement
Work out what each project requires and meet the specification
Identify challenges on site and contribute practical solutions
Keep productivity up while meeting required quality standards
Cooperate with supervisors, operators, drainlayers and everyone else on site
Minimise unnecessary impacts on the environment and community, and keep equipment, work areas and sites to appropriate standards

Requirements & Eligibility

Candidates must have valid New Zealand work rights or meet the requirements for employer-supported visa sponsorship
Current and clean Class 2 driver's licence
Demonstrated work history in drainage, civil construction or a closely related field
Relevant hands-on experience as a Drainlayer, Drainage Operator, Excavator Operator or Drainage Labourer
Where applicable, proven experience on construction machinery
A Class 4 licence is advantageous
WTR endorsement: advantageous
Experience operating excavators, loaders, compactors or other heavy machinery: advantageous
Strong practical and technical understanding of construction, backed by demonstrated reliability and a professional work ethic
Can adapt to different projects and responsibilities and solve practical problems
Strong communication skills and a team-first approach
Safety-focused in all site activities and committed to quality workmanship
Can work consistently in a physically demanding construction environment and willing to relocate to Otago, New Zealand
Visa sponsorship available for suitable overseas candidates

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