Drainage Foreperson (Central Otago), Queenstown
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HEB

Drainage Foreperson (Central Otago)

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  • Full Time

Queenstown

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Drainage Foreperso n to join our team at HEB Construction to lead our crew on various projects around Central Otago (based in Queenstown).  As a Foreperson, you will assist the Supervisor in ensuring that all crew members are safely, effectively and efficiently completing their work in line with client specification.

You must be a strong leader with excellent critical thinking skills, as you will be a key point of contact for the crew and will report back to the Supervisor on all operational activities. A focus on health and safety is imperative to this role, as you must assist in driving a strong safety culture in all day-to-day operations.


Foreperson responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

  • Setting out and planning daily site activities
  • Supervising trenching, pipe laying, backfilling, and final connections
  • Maintaining OH&S standards and documentation
  • Providing mentorship and guidance to less experienced team members
  • Operating machinery or assisting on tools when required
  • This is a hands-on foreman role suited to someone who enjoys both leadership and practical site work.


Our ideal applicants will have the following skills and experience:

  • Experience in the operation of plant, Class 2 and WTR
  • Relevant industry experience and qualifications in drainage, wastewater and civil works
  • Proven experience leading crews on site
  • Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills
  • Be a team player
  • Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence and lead by example.


About HEB:

HEB Construction is a dynamic and innovative leader in New Zealand Infrastructure. Our scope of work ranges from road construction and maintenance through to earthworks, drainage, subdivisions and bridges, all the way through to major projects of national significance.

Part of the Vinci Construction Americas-Oceania, we combine the best of local and international expertise, and have created a high-performing culture where our people thrive.


What's in it for you?

We offer a number of benefits including giving you an extra day off a year to celebrate your birthday, subsidised health insurance, free life insurance cover and a number of wellbeing offerings.

We like to say working at HEB is more than just a job - it's a career.

If all this sounds like you - apply now!

Desired Hard Skills

  • Drainage
  • Civil Works
  • Planning
  • Plant Operation
  • Wastewater

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Time Management
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Organisational Skills

Benefits & Perks

  • 🎂 Birthdays Off
  • 💼 Life Insurance
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 🏥 Subsidised Health Insurance

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