Skilled Labourer - Civil & Drainage

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Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced full-time Skilled Labourer with a positive attitude and good work ethic to join our dynamic civil construction team based in Auckland. Glasgow Contractors specialises in environmental enhancement projects like stream remediation, pond enhancements, desilting, wetland restoration, stormwater drainage, and other general civil works.
The right candidate should have 2+ years of industry experience and the confidence to engage and interact with other staff and subcontractors to safely execute their work duties in accordance with the Site and Project Managers’ instructions.

Health & safety, environmental stewardship, teamwork, integrity and innovative excellence are core values that we hold dear, and we would expect a successful candidate to share and demonstrate these values in the workplace.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Participation in the company’s health and safety systems and the reporting of all incidents and near misses
  • General on-site labouring duties as directed by the Site and/or Project Manager
  • Using a variety of plant, equipment and machines to complete tasks i.e. rollers, skid steers, compactors, pumps, power tools, diggers etc.
  • Loading and unloading trucks and transporting equipment and material
  • Checking, preparing and setting up machines, attaching appropriate equipment and fittings, reporting faults, lubricating and fuelling
  • Participating in daily toolbox meetings with other staff and subcontractors
  • Ensuring work is carried out to the highest environmental standards, and reporting issues to Site Managers
  • Contributing to a safe work site and safe working practices
Key Requirements:
The successful candidate should:
  • Be physically fit and able with a positive can-do attitude and good work ethic
  • Have a successful track record, with 2+ years of relevant experience, along with appropriate qualifications
  • Have a driver license and reliable means of getting to and from work (varying sites across Auckland)
  • Have excellent communication skills and be fluent in English
  • Be self-motivated with the ability to work well both independently and in a team orientated collaborative environment
  • Be willing and able to travel around New Zealand if required
  • Embrace working in a diverse and multi-cultural working environment with colleagues from all backgrounds
In addition to the above key requirements, it would also be beneficial to have:
  • Experience working in and around waterways, stormwater networks and/or drainage
  • Machine operator experience along with WTR
  • Truck driving experience with a class 2 or better license
  • Traffic management experience
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and lead others
  • Relevant industry qualifications and certifications
What we have to offer:
  • Guaranteed hours - minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed
  • Competitive salary/wages – Glasgow Contractors is a Living Wage Employer, paying above average market rate / minimum wage
  • Join a dynamic fast-growing, award-winning, industry-leading civil company that cares about its people
  • Enjoy making an impact with rewarding environment transformation and enhancement work
  • Optional health care plans
  • Opportunities for career and personal development
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