Premier Staffing Solutions
Drainlayer Foreman
Skills
2 months ago
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Salary:
NZ$70,000 – NZ$90,000 / year
Location:
Auckland, New Zealand
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
4 September 2026
What they need
About the job:
Our client is a family business that specializes in the civil drainage sector. They have an extremely healthy pipeline of work ahead and are looking for an experienced drainlayer foreman to join the team. You will be on the machines, mostly the 30 tonne excavator, and required to run two small teams from your seat. At times there will be projects running in unison, you will be required to be across these and ensure the jobs stay on programme, quality of workmanship is high, and materials are coordinated on the job sites. This is a permanent position.
We are after someone that is going to lead from the front.
Auckland wide travel will be required for this role.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5+ years' experience in the civil drainage sector
- Must hold W,T,R endorsements and class 2 licence
- Expert in machine operation - You will be required to confidently operate up to 30 tonne excavators
- Confident digging around key services, digging to level and final trim, with deep drainage expertise.
- Can read and implement plans
- Auckland wide travel required - Work is Auckland wide with projects ranging from Pukekohe up to Silverdale/Wainui.
- Good communication and proven leadership skills
- Someone that will go hard, drive programme and the team.
- Must hold FULL working rights in New Zealand
Preferred but not essential:
- Be certified or registered drainlayer is highly beneficial
What we can offer in return:
- $35 - $45 per hour + Company Ute
- Reliable pay
- Job security - This is a straight permanent position
- Work directly alongside the owner of the business
- Earn your stripes and moving up within the company is a real possibility
- Excellent work culture + Good crew
If this has caught your eye and you think you are the right person for this job...
Please APPLY now or give the office a call on [09 8696 319](tel:09 8696 319).
We would love to hear from you.
Who Are We?
Premier Staffing Solutions was built to do recruitment differently.
With over 20 years of combined experience in Auckland's construction and recruitment industries, we've built strong relationships with some of the region's best employers.
You're not a number on a board or a name in a database. When you work with us, you'll deal directly with decision makers who genuinely care about helping you find the right job and grow your career.
Why Work With Premier?
- Weekly, reliable pay
- Competitive rates
- Ongoing work opportunities
- Support with training, licences and tickets
- A team that genuinely has your back
If this sounds like you, apply now and one of our team will be in touch soon.
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