Civil Foreman | 2IC | Truck Driver

About The Role

‍Max People is looking for a hands-on Civil Foreman / 2IC / Operator to join a busy civil construction team working across the Central Otago and Queenstown Lakes regions.

This is not a role for someone who enjoys standing on the sidelines with a clipboard. We’re after someone who can lead a small crew, jump on the tools, operate plant and keep the job moving. You’ll be working across utilities projects including drainage, water, power, trenching, structural works and general civil construction.

You’ll liaise with the Project Manager and subcontractors while making sure the crew, plant and work fronts are all heading in the right direction.Start: Mid SeptemberPay: $35–$45 per hour, negotiable based on experienceLocation: Central Otago / Queenstown Lakes

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‍What’s In It For You

• $35–$45/hr depending on your experience and skillset
• Ongoing work across Central Otago and Queenstown Lakes
• Vehicle provided
• Varied work across utilities, trenching and structural projects
• Opportunity to step up into leadership or put your existing leadership skills to work
• PPE supplied
• Support from a growing, experienced civil team
• No two days exactly the same – which is handy if you don’t like boring!

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead and work alongside a small civil crew
• Carry out drainage, water, power and utility trenching
• Operate excavators, trucks, loaders and other plant
• Work safely around live services and within road corridors
• Assist with site setup, planning and daily coordination
• Liaise with Project Managers, subcontractors and other site teams
• Keep projects moving and deal with the inevitable curveballs
• Maintain high standards of safety, workmanship and productivity
• Help with structural foundation and retaining works where required
• Jump on the tools when needed – because good leaders know how the job gets done

What We Require

• Proven experience in civil utilities and trenching
• Strong experience with drainage, water, power or general site works
• Previous experience leading a small crew or ready to step up into a 2IC/Foreman role
• WTR licence required
• Class 2 or Class 4 licence preferred
• Confident operating excavators, trucks and loaders
• Comfortable working in road corridors and around live services
• Good understanding of service plans, site safety and reinstatement standards
• Reliable, adaptable and a good communicator
• A practical, can-do attitude and the ability to make decisions on site
• Civil carpentry experience would be a bonus
• Valid Site Safe or Construct Safe – we can assist with this
• Ability to pass a pre-employment Drug test

If you’re a Foreman who still likes getting your boots dirty, or an experienced operator ready to step up, we’d love to hear from you.

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‍ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND
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‍Why Choose Max People?Max People is a trusted recruitment partner with 15+ years' experience connecting great people with great workplaces. What started in construction has grown into one of the country's leading labour-hire and recruitment providers across construction, civil, agriculture, dairy, manufacturing, and logistics.

When you join Max People, you're backed by a team that lives its values: Passion, Empathy, Optimism, Professionalism, Loyalty, and Empowerment. We're here to support your journey, champion your growth, and help you build a future you're excited about.