Leading Hand Drainlayer

1 day ago

Wellington Central, Wellington, New Zealand Brian Perry Civil Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

Looking for a role where you can take on complex challenges, grow your skills, and be part of something bigger? At Brian Perry Civil, we're shaping careers, communities, and the future of ground engineering - this is your chance to make a real impact.

About the Role

We're looking for a Leading Hand Drainlayer to join our team at Brian Perry Civil. You'll lead a small crew on civil pipeline construction projects, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

  • Lead and motivate a small team on drainage and pipeline construction projects
  • Plan daily tasks and liaise with foreman to ensure resources are ready
  • Operate and oversee plant and equipment, including WTR machinery
  • Maintain strict adherence to health and safety standards and site procedures
  • Communicate clearly with your team and site leadership to meet project targets
  • Support problem-solving and quality control throughout project deliver

What You'll Bring

  • Certified Drainlayer, with proven skills in mains pipeline construction for civil projects
  • Ability to operate a range of mobile plant and small tools, with current WTR endorsement
  • Understanding of trench shoring, dewatering, and safe excavation practices
  • A clean, full NZ driver licence – ideally Class 2 or 4
  • Experience leading small teams to deliver quality outcomes safely and efficiently
  • Strong civil construction background, ideally with large contractors or water authorities
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing site conditions and solve problems effectively
  • Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather

About Us

At Brian Perry Civil, part of the Fletcher Building Group, we're specialists in ground engineering and civil construction, delivering some of the most complex and technically challenging projects across New Zealand and the South Pacific. From foundations and marine works to three waters infrastructure, our work goes beyond construction - we're shaping communities, protecting environments, and building a legacy of innovation.  We thrive on bold thinking, collaboration, and a commitment to safety and sustainability.

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don't always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don't quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.

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