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May 5, 2025

DRAINAGE FOREPERSON | LEAD A FLAGSHIP PROJECT

Christchurch
canterbury
Wages: $36.00–$40.00 per hour (negotiable)
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About The Role:

Max People is on the lookout for a seasoned Drainage Foreperson to lead the charge on a high-profile drainage project in the heart of the city. With over 2km of deep drainage and a million-dollar pump station in the pipeline, your leadership will be key in delivering quality results on time.

What’s In It For You:

  • Flagship drainage project with career-defining potential
  • Supportive environment with a focus on quality and H&S
  • Negotiable pay or salary – great opportunity for stability
  • Future workload guaranteed – multi-year commitments

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Managing deep drainage crews and site productivity
  • Coordinating with engineers, PMs, and subcontractors
  • Maintaining H&S compliance and job documentation
  • Problem-solving on wet and complex ground conditions

What We Require:

  • 5+ years of drainage and leadership experience
  • Confident leading teams and managing ground crews
  • Knowledge of trenching, pipework, shoring and safety regs
  • Excellent planning, communication, and record keeping
  • 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, started out as a specialised construction recruitment agency and has been 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. Begin your career journey with Max People today!

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