Three Waters Foreperson, Canterbury Region
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Three Waters Foreperson

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Canterbury Region

Job Description

Three Waters Foreperson

Waitaki, Otago

Full time - Permanent

Are you an experienced Three Waters professional ready to lead from the front? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established civil construction company with an outstanding reputation for delivering essential infrastructure projects throughout the Waitaki region.


This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Foreperson, Leading Hand or senior operator looking to take the next step in their career. You'll lead a dedicated crew delivering water, wastewater and stormwater projects while enjoying genuine career progression within a supportive and safety-focused business.


What's on Offer

  • Competitive payrate
  • Permanent full-time position
  • Monday to Friday work - weekend work is rare
  • Supportive team culture where your contribution is recognised
  • Career development and ongoing training opportunities
  • Work on a variety of interesting civil infrastructure projects
  • Enjoy the outstanding Waitaki lifestyle with easy access to lakes, mountains and the coast


About the Role

As the Three Waters Foreperson, you'll be responsible for leading site crews and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard. You'll coordinate daily site activities, manage labour, plant and materials, and work closely with Project Managers to deliver quality outcomes for clients.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and mentoring site crews to achieve project milestones
  • Supervising the installation of water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure
  • Coordinating labour, subcontractors, plant and materials
  • Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and project specifications
  • Maintaining high standards of quality assurance
  • Driving a strong health and safety culture through toolbox meetings, risk management and compliance
  • Liaising with engineers, project managers and clients to keep projects on track
  • Supporting and developing apprentices and less experienced team members


About You

You'll be someone who enjoys leading by example and takes pride in delivering quality work.

Ideally you'll have:

  • Proven experience in civil construction, particularly Three Waters infrastructure
  • NZ Certificate in Pipeline Construction & Maintenance (Level 3 or 4), or Plumbing and/or Drainlaying qualifications
  • Previous experience leading crews or supervising civil construction projects
  • Strong understanding of health and safety requirements
  • The ability to read engineering plans and specifications
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • A current NZ Class 1 Driver Licence (Class 2 and WTR endorsements highly regarded)


Apply Today

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with a respected employer that values its people, encourages career growth and delivers quality civil infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV or contact Tina on (03) 2608760 for a confidential discussion.


Please note: The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening, and Ministry of Justice check as part of the recruitment process. Only applicants based in NZ with valid NZ working rights will be considered for this role.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Pipeline Construction
  • Civil Construction
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Project Supervision
  • Reading Engineering Plans

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Mentoring
  • Leadership
  • Organisational Skills

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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