Job Title : Lead Hand
Location : Christchurch
Employment Type : Full-time
About Kerbco
Kerbco Limited is a specialist kerb and channel contractor established by Scott Letton. With over two decades of experience in the industry, Scott set up Kerbco Limited in 2012, with the vision to provide a quality product, efficiently and safely.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Lead Hand to join our team. This hands‑on role involves leading daily site operations, ensuring quality, safety, and productivity targets are achieved. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in concrete and civil construction and the ability to guide and support a small crew.
Key Responsibilities
- Delegation of tasks to workers
- Create and monitor schedules for each worker
- Make sure that work sites are clear of any hazardous materials prior to the commencement of projects
- Conduct team meetings with workers and outline how tasks are to be carried out
- Coordinate workers through projects
- Ensure that all materials, supplies, tools and equipment are procured in a time efficient mannerMonitor daily construction procedures to ensure that proper quality is maintained
- Handle onsite incidents and emergencies in a proactive manner
- Create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors and suppliers
- Ensure periodic maintenance and proper storage of construction equipment and tools
- Comply with Work, Health and Safety regulations
- Maintain a daily job site log on Tradify
- Confident kerb and channel machine operator
Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 3 years’ experience in the kerb and channel industry.Full NZ driver’s licence (Class 2 or WTR endorsement advantageous).Proficient in Tradify software operating systems and associated softwareExcellent working on smartphones and tabletsProven leadership ability with hands‑on approach.Good communication and teamwork skills.Strong commitment to quality, safety, and meeting deadlines.Why Join Kerbco
Competitive pay rates, work vehicle included, and stable, full-time work.Supportive team culture and opportunities for growth.Work with a trusted and respected name in the Kerb and Channel industry.#J-18808-Ljbffr