Drainage & Fuel Pipe Installer | South Island

About The Role

Build specialist skills on projects most tradies never get the chance to work on. Max People is recruiting on behalf of a respected specialist civil contractor for experienced Drainage & Fuel Pipe Installers to deliver underground fuel infrastructure projects across the South Island.

This is far more than standard drainage work. You'll install underground fuel systems, PE, HDPE, and PVC pipework, drainage infrastructure, and associated monitoring systems across commercial, industrial, and fuel infrastructure sites.

Working alongside experienced crews, you'll be involved in everything from setting out and pipe installation through to pressure testing, commissioning, and underground tank installations.

The role is Christchurch-based and operates on a two-week away roster. You'll typically leave on Monday morning, return home on the Friday at the end of the second week, and enjoy the middle Sunday off—all while travel, accommodation, and away allowances are covered.

If you enjoy variety, like learning specialist skills, and don't mind spending a couple of weeks on the road with a good crew, this is a career-building opportunity.

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‍What's In It For You

• $35–$42 per hour, depending on experience
• Travel, accommodation, and away allowances provided
• Two-week South Island project roster
• Long-term work with a respected specialist contractor
• Specialist fuel infrastructure training
• Variety across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects
• Weekly pay
• Genuine career development opportunities

What You Will Be Doing

• Installing underground fuel pipe systems
• Installing stormwater and sewer drainage systems
• Installing PE, HDPE, and PVC pipework
• Pressure testing and commissioning pipework
• Installing pits, chambers, and monitoring systems
• Reading plans and setting out works accurately
• Working safely around live underground services
• Assisting with underground tank installations
• Completing quality assurance documentation
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and site safety

What We Require

• Proven drainage or pipeline installation experience
• Fuel pipework experience highly regarded
• PE welding or electrofusion experience advantageous
• Ability to confidently read and interpret plans
• Excellent attention to detail and quality workmanship
• WTR endorsement advantageous
• Class 2 Driver Licence preferred
• Willingness to work away from home on a two-week roster
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test

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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.