Talent.com
This job offer is not available in your country.
Leading Hand - Retaining & Foundation Work

Leading Hand - Retaining & Foundation Work

Looking out for peopleNew Zealand
22 hours ago
Job description

Overview

You’ll be working full-time, leading a team on a variety of sites across the North Island. This is a practical, hands-on role that involves both supervision and physical labour. The role will require extended periods of travel (2-3 week blocks) outside Auckland from time to time.

Responsibilities

  • Constructing timber, palisade, and concrete retaining walls
  • Re-levelling, re-piling, and foundation strengthening
  • Reading plans, marking out sites, and estimating materials
  • Operating drills, piling gear, and other machinery
  • Leading small on-site teams and overseeing daily workflow
  • Procuring materials and ensuring site safety

What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in retaining / foundation work
  • Strong attention to detail and site safety
  • Confidence reading plans and supervising crews
  • Great communication and time management skills
  • A full driver’s licence with WTR endorsements
  • LBP (Foundations) preferred but not required
  • Willingness to travel and stay away for jobs
  • What’s in it for You?

  • $30–$40 / hr depending on experience + weekly pay
  • Consistent, full-time hours with respected contractors
  • Variety of sites and travel around the North Island
  • Great team culture and hands-on leadership experience
  • Opportunities to upskill and grow within the company
  • About Us

    We are New Zealand’s largest integrated provider of skilled contract labour, delivering specialised talent to the construction sector. With industry-leading experience and a strong commitment to delivering results, we take pride in supporting both our clients and our candidates. We offer tailored recruitment solutions and have built a trusted reputation for connecting quality talent with outstanding roles.

    What’s Next

    Apply now- we're moving fast!

    Shortlisted applicants will be contacted quickly — so keep your phone handy.

    Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

    #J-18808-Ljbffr

    Create a job alert for this search

    Leading Hand • New Zealand