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Class 5 Driver - Picton

  • Posted Today
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  • Full Time, Fixed Term Contract
Whangarei

Job Description

We're looking for an experienced Leading Hand Steel Fixer to join a major civil construction project in Picton, commencing January 2027.

This is a great opportunity to secure long-term work on a significant project, leading a small crew and working alongside an established civil construction team.


ABOUT THE ROLE

  • Lead and coordinate a crew of three or more Steel Fixers
  • Read and interpret construction plans and drawings
  • Cut, bend, shear, place and tie reinforcing steel and mesh
  • Ensure work is completed safely and to specification
  • Support the delivery of structural and civil construction works


WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • Ideally 3+ years' experience in a similar role
  • Proven experience leading a small crew
  • Commercial and/or civil construction experience
  • Confident reading and working from plans
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Site Safe required – assistance can be provided


WHAT'S ON OFFER

  • $35–$38 per hour, depending on experience
  • Long-term work on a 12-month project
  • January 2027 start
  • Opportunity to work on a major civil construction project
  • Earlier opportunities may be available for suitable candidates


PLEASE NOTE


This role is based in Picton. Accommodation, travel, living-away and relocation allowances are not currently provided. Applicants must be able to arrange their own travel and accommodation if relocating.

For the right candidate, our client may be able to accommodate an earlier start date based in either Christchurch or Picton.


If you've got the experience to lead from the front, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now, or email your CV to holly@extrastaff.co.nz.


Desired Hard Skills

  • Crew Leadership
  • Reading Construction Plans
  • Steel Fixing

Desired Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Leadership

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