Civil Team Leader

5 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Advanced Personnel Services Ltd Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$80,000 per year

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Civil Team Leader to join a growing team installing EV charger infrastructure across the South Island. This is a hands-on civil role where you will operate machinery, read and follow plans, complete foundation work, and then lead your own team once fully trained.

Location: Christchurch based with regular travel around South Island required

Contract: Full-time, ongoing – ASAP start

What's in it for you:

  • Full-time, stable work with ongoing projects
  • Step into a team leader role once competent
  • Work with a supportive crew and receive structured training
  • Travel the South Island with all accommodation covered

Key Responsibilities:

  • Interpret and follow civil plans and manuals
  • Operate a 2-ton digger confidently and safely
  • Dig trenches, lay ducts, and reinstate to required standards
  • Build basic wooden shuttering
  • Place concrete or asphalt as required
  • Use a smartphone for emails, communication and job updates
  • Support foundation construction for EV charger sites
  • Work safely and maintain site standards at all times

Skills and Experience Required:

  • Class 2 licence with WTR endorsements
  • Able to confidently drive a manual vehicle
  • Competent operator of a 2 ton digger
  • Experience in trenching, ducting, reinstatement and small civil work
  • Able to read plans and follow instructions
  • First Aid certified, or willing to obtain
  • Physically fit, reliable, and able to work away regularly across the South Island
  • Good communication skills and able to work well in a small team

Apply Now – Position starts ASAP.

Apply now with your CV and a cover letter outlining your civil experience, licences and ability to travel, or get in touch with Andrew for a confidential chat.



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