Drainlayer

Drainlayer - Civil/Infrastructure - Upper Hutt

We’re looking for an experienced Drainlayer with a strong background in large diameter concrete pipe installation and precast manhole construction. This is heavy civil/infrastructure work, not residential plumbing.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Installing reinforced concrete pipes (RCP) and large diameter stormwater/wastewater lines (225mm–1200mm+)
• Preparing and trimming pipe bedding to correct grade
• Setting and checking line & level using pipe lasers
• Installing rubber ring joints and ensuring correct alignment
• Constructing and installing precast concrete manholes
• Benching and channeling manholes to spec
• Installing drop connections and laterals
• Adjusting lids and frames to final surface levels
• Reading and working from engineering drawings and council standards
• Coordinating with Excavator Operators and crane lifts
• Maintaining safe trenching practices (shoring, battering, shields)

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven civil Drainage experience
• Confident reading plans and setting out work
• Strong understanding levels and falls
• Comfortable working in deep excavations
• Current Site Safe (Civil preferred)
• WTR endorsements a bonus

What’s On Offer:

• Top rates + 8% Annual Leave, Kiwisaver & Weekly Pay
• Long-term work on major Civil & Infrastructure projects
• Consistent hours (long weeks available)
• Strong team culture and site support

This role is suited to candidates with subdivision or infrastructure experience.

Applicants outside of New Zealand will not be considered.

barry@franklinsmithgroup.co.nz