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Mar 11, 2026

Civil Labourers | WTR Required | Immediate Start

Christchurch
canterbury
$28 – $32 per hour depending on experience
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About The Role

We are currently seeking two experienced Civil Labourers with WTR endorsements to join a busy civil construction team working across Christchurch, Kaiapoi, Rangiora and Lyttelton. This is a great opportunity to secure ongoing work on a range of civil infrastructure projects.

You’ll be working alongside experienced civil crews supporting a variety of projects including earthworks, drainage, pavement construction, utilities installation and landscaping. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong work ethic who enjoys working outdoors and contributing to a productive team.

What’s In It For You

  • Ongoing work across multiple civil projects
  • Opportunity to gain experience across different civil disciplines
  • Supportive and experienced site teams
  • Work across Christchurch and surrounding Canterbury areas

What You Will Be Doing

  • Assisting with earthworks including digging, trenching and backfilling
  • Supporting pipe laying, drainage and utilities installation
  • Assisting with pavement preparation, compaction and asphalt/concrete works
  • Loading and unloading construction materials, tools and equipment
  • Operating hand tools, power tools and small plant machinery
  • Assisting with site setup including barriers, fencing and signage
  • Supporting machine operators, pipe layers and other trades
  • Carrying out landscaping tasks such as planting, grading and turf preparation
  • Maintaining site cleanliness and assisting with waste removal
  • Following site safety procedures and attending toolbox meetings

What We Require

  • Full Class 1 driver licence
  • WTR endorsements (Wheels, Tracks & Rollers)
  • Previous civil construction or labouring experience
  • Own reliable transport to get to site
  • Ability to work in a physically demanding outdoor environment
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team
  • First Aid or Confined Spaces tickets advantageous
  • Site Safe passport preferred
  • Valid Site Safe or Construct Safe – we can assist with this.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND


Why Choose Max People?

Max People, with over 15 years of experience, is a trailblazer in providing customised labour-hire solutions to leading construction firms throughout New Zealand. We’ve since expanded our reach into the agriculture, manufacturing, and logistics sectors. Our core values of Passion, Empathy, Optimism, Professionalism, Loyalty, and Empowerment drive everything we do. Begin your career journey with Max People today!

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