Leading Hand – Three Waters

Corde; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Canterbury is seeking a Leading Hand for their Three Waters team. This role requires at least 5 years of experience in the drainage or water industry, effective communication skills, and strong leadership abilities. Responsibilities include managing projects and mentoring team members. The firm offers training opportunities, increased KiwiSaver contributions, and a positive work environment. Ideal candidates should hold a Full Class 1 Licence and WTR endorsements.

Benefits

Career opportunities through training & development

Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions

Birthday leave after 1 year

Retail discounts

Great working culture

Varied and interesting work

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in the drainage or water industry.
• Experience in pipelaying, backfilling and compaction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a wide range of projects.
• Train and mentor team members.
• Meet production targets effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Health and Safety consciousness

Effective communication

Education

Full Class 1 Licence

Class 2-4 Licence

WTR Endorsements

Job description

We have one of the largest horizontal infrastructure teams in the South Island working in the maintenance, civil, and water industry. The work we do strengthens the communities we work and play in, with several key long term maintenance contracts throughout the Canterbury region and a number of civil projects currently being completed throughout the South Island.

About the role | Ko te kaupapa

We have a busy forward work program and are looking for a Leading Hand to join our Three Waters team. You will have a good knowledge and understanding of three waters networks with experience in pipelaying, backfilling and compaction, working in and around trenches and service connection.

As a Leading Hand, you will play an important role in managing and overseeing a wide range of projects. You will be experienced at reading and interpreting plans, communicating effectively and meeting production targets. You must have strong leadership skills and will be able to demonstrate that you have trained and mentored team members in the past. These are essential skills in order to be successful in this position and a leader within our business.

So, if you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role and are looking for your next move, we are keen to hear from you! We are a company that invests in our team and we are willing to invest in your future.

• Experience leading and motivating a team
• At least 5 years’ experience in the drainage or water industry
• Full Class 1 Licence (essential)
• Class 2-4 Licence (preferred)
• WTR Endorsements (essential)
• Physically fit and self-motivated
• Health and Safety conscious with a positive attitude

What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai

• Career opportunities through training & development
• Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones
• Birthday leave after 1 year, retail discounts and a great working culture!
• Varied and interesting work every day
• An innovative company with diverse projects

The company is committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates are required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol test prior to employment.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono

To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ link. Or email your CV and Cover Letter to [e-mail].

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Please note that as this role is advertised over the holiday period, we will be reviewing applications in the new year and will respond from 12 January 2026.