Drainage 2IC - Christchurch

Are you an experienced Drainage Operator or Drainlayer looking for your next career step? Working with a reputable Three Waters contractor. Career progression and development in this role, alongside a competitive hourly rate and a family focused team.

Our client is a privately owned contractor who specialise in all drainage aspects, water, sewer, storm water, with a strong forward workload and plenty of exciting, large projects coming up throughout 2025 / 2026! A role has become available for a Drainage 2IC to join their team and make the role their own.

What we offer:

• Above market pay rates (dependent on experience and tickets)
• Company vehicle
• Modern gear - machines, trucks, utes etc
• Team social events
• Privately owned contractor with a family focus, who look after their staff, with a strong stable workflow into 2026

Role requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar position, leading a small team. Or a skilled Drainlayer / Drainage Operator looking to develop their skillset.
• Experienced laying Gravity mains, 3 Waters
• Experienced working on civil and earthworks sites
• Read and interpret plans, liaising with clients and Project Managers on site when required.
• WTR - experienced operating excavators, working around shields and deep drainage is beneficial (5 / 6m deep)
• Class 4 - (beneficial)
• Physically fit, ready to get stuck in, ability to work to timeframes. If this sounds like you, apply online today or call Lila on 021 241 8946 for a confidential conversation regarding this opportunity. Applicants for this Drainage 2IC position will be required to have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.