Drainage Operator
CORDE
What the role involves
- Excavating trenches
- Installing pipelines
- Constructing drainage structures
What they ask for
Full Class 2 and WTR endorsements; proven drainage experience in civil construction; minimum 5 years operating 3 tonne to 20 tonne excavators; experience installing concrete and PVC pipelines and constructing manholes and sumps; NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa
- 5+ yrs experience
- Professional licence or registration
- Driver licence
About the job
What's the job?
We’re seeking an experienced drainage operator to join our Rolleston based team working across a range of residential, commercial, and three waters projects throughout Canterbury.
About the role | Ko te kaupapa
The ideal candidate will bring proven experience across all aspects of drainage work, including trench excavation, shield installation, and pipelaying. You will be skilled in the use of small and large plant, hand tools, and all associated tasks.
Applicants who are CCC Authorised, NZ Registered, and can demonstrate extensive knowledge of dewatering through their employment history will be looked at favourably. If you are not NZ PGDB Registered but keen to grow, training opportunities can be offered to the right candidates.
What you’ll bring | Ko nga pukenga ou
- Full Class 2 and WTR endoursements
- Proven drainage experience in Civil Construction
- Minimum 5 years operating experience operating 3 tonne to 20 tonne excavators
- Experience installing concrete and PVC pipelines, constructing manholes, sumps, and associated drainage structures
- Competent working around live services – water, wastewater, stormwater, gas, power, and comms
- Strong understanding of health and safety and champions safe work practices
- Proven ability to work effectively within a crew and communicate with foreman, crew and supervisors
What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai
- Competitive hourly rate, with weekly pay + Company vehicle
- Permanent full-time role, Monday to Friday
- Continue to expand your skillset with ongoing training & development
- Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones
- Birthday leave after 1 year and access to our employee BOOST programme
- Stable work with a well-established local company
CORDE is committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates are required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol test prior to employment.
How to apply | Me pehea te tono
To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ link. Or email your CV and Cover Letter to recruit@corde.nz.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
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