Drainlayer

Mō te tūranga | About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Drainlayer to join our Taranaki team and help deliver good work that keeps communities moving. In this role, you’ll carry out drainage installation, repairs and maintenance safely, efficiently and to a high standard, while working closely with your crew, supervisors and other site teams.

This is hands-on, important work. You’ll be trusted to get stuck in, back your team, and take real pride in doing the job right first time. At Fulton Hogan, we’re serious when it counts, but day to day we keep things human, practical and low ego.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Carry out drainage installation, repair and maintenance work safely, efficiently and to specification.

• Identify and report safety, health and environmental risks, near misses, incidents or spills as soon as they arise.

• Read plans, check pipe gradients, and install pipes, manholes, catchpits and other drainage assets accurately.

• Operate excavators and other machinery where trained, competent and licensed to do so.

• Work alongside site crew, supervisors and other trades to deliver quality work on time and support a positive team environment.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with

• A minimum full Class 1 licence with WTR endorsement.

• Solid drainlaying experience, ideally 3–5 years, with a qualified, trade or certified Drainlayer background an advantage.

• Good working knowledge of drainlaying principles, including new water connection work.

• Experience operating excavators and other relevant machinery to a high standard.

• A positive, team-focused attitude, good communication skills, and a strong commitment to safety, quality and getting the job done right.

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You’ll have access to:

• Medical insurance after the eligibility period.

• Life insurance.

• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.

• Parental leave top up payment with additional return to work support.

• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.

• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

Ko wai mātou | About us

At Fulton Hogan, good work is about more than what we build. It’s how we show up, how we treat each other, and how we move forward together. We’re not big on hierarchy or red tape. We back good people, value ideas over titles, and create an environment where you can grow, contribute and be yourself.

We take the work seriously, not ourselves. That means high standards, low ego, and a team that knows how to knuckle down when it matters and have a laugh along the way. If you want to be part of a crew that delivers good work and backs each other to do it well, you’ll fit right in.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

Ready to do good work with a team that values safety, quality and straight-up teamwork? Apply now and start your journey with our Fulton Hogan whānau.

All successful candidates must complete and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen.