" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eCivil Working Foreman | Machine Operator\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15849\"\u003e Building \u0026amp; Construction \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15850\"\u003e Foreperson / Supervisor \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15853\"\u003e Christchurch \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15854\"\u003e Contract or Temp \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 29/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead crews on major civil projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHands-on grader \u0026amp; excavator role\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOngoing Canterbury work\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Role\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eYou\u0027re the kind of person who doesn\u0027t just point at the job\u0026mdash;you jump in and get it done.\u003cbr\u003e We\u0027re looking for an experienced Civil Working Foreman to lead from the front on a variety of civil construction projects throughout Christchurch and Canterbury. This is a genuine working foreman role where you\u0027ll spend as much time in the cab as you do coordinating the day\u0027s work, supporting your crew, and keeping projects running smoothly.\u003cbr\u003e From subdivisions and roading to earthworks and drainage, you\u0027ll be trusted to organise your team, operate graders and excavators, solve problems on the go, and maintain the high standards our client is known for. Every project is different, so you\u0027ll enjoy plenty of variety while working alongside experienced crews using modern, well-maintained equipment.\u003cbr\u003e If you\u0027re the type of leader who earns respect by rolling up your sleeves\u0026mdash;not just giving instructions\u0026mdash;this is an opportunity to step into a long-term role where your experience will be valued and your input will make a real difference.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s In It For You\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive pay that reflects your experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong-term, full-time work with an established civil contractor\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead diverse projects across Canterbury\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperate modern graders, excavators, and well-maintained plant\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe part of a professional team that values practical leadership\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImmediate start for the right person\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Will Be Doing\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead and supervise civil crews on site\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperate graders for pavement construction, sub-grade preparation, and final trim\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperate excavators for trenching, earthworks, and drainage works\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate daily tasks and manage work schedules\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDirect subcontractors and support site teams\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRead and interpret construction drawings and survey set-out\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure work is completed safely and to a high standard\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConduct toolbox meetings and daily pre-starts\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitor site safety and ensure compliance with procedures\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage materials, plant, and equipment requirements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCarry out daily machine checks, maintenance, and minor repairs\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat We Require\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e5\u0026ndash;10+ years\u0026rsquo; experience in civil construction\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong experience operating graders and excavators (5T \u0026ndash; 35T+)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven experience in pavement construction and final trim work\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience with earthworks, drainage, and subdivision projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to lead and mentor small civil crews\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of site safety procedures\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to read plans, drawings, and survey markers\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReliable with strong communication and leadership skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eValid Site Safe or Construct Safe \u0026ndash; we can assist with this\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to pass a pre-employment drug test\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Max People?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMax People is a trusted New Zealand recruitment partner with 15+ years\u0026rsquo; experience connecting great people with great workplaces. What started in construction has grown into one of the country\u0026rsquo;s leading labour-hire and recruitment providers across construction, civil, agriculture, dairy, manufacturing, and logistics.\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen you join Max People, you\u0026rsquo;re backed by a team that lives its values:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassion, Empathy, Optimism, Professionalism, Loyalty, and Empowerment.\u003c/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u0026nbsp;We\u0026rsquo;re here to support your journey, champion your growth, and help you build a future you\u0026rsquo;re excited about.\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4474374\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "