" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eDrainage Foreman | Canterbury\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 Other \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 7/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull-time, permanent position\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCanterbury-based projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eForeman or ready-to-step-up opportunity\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMax People are looking for a Drainage Foreman to lead a crew delivering stormwater, wastewater and water infrastructure projects throughout Canterbury.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a hands-on leadership role. You\u0026rsquo;ll be responsible for planning the work, coordinating your crew and plant, managing onsite risks and making sure the job is completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard.\u003cbr\u003e You\u0026rsquo;ll be working on a range of challenging civil drainage projects, so we\u0026rsquo;re looking for someone who understands the work, can think ahead and knows how to keep a crew productive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat You\u0026rsquo;ll Be Doing\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYour work may include:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeading and coordinating a drainage crew\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlanning daily activities, materials, plant and site access\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeep drainage and excavation work\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking within trench shields and temporary works systems\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDewatering and groundwater management\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstalling concrete and PVC pipelines\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstalling manholes, chambers and other drainage structures\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking around existing and live services\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging onsite risks and maintaining safe work practices\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompleting quality assurance and site documentation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKeeping work progressing to programme and required standards\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting and mentoring crew members\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWe\u0026rsquo;re interested in hearing from established Drainage Foremen as well as experienced people who are ready to progress into their first Foreman role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0026rsquo;ll ideally have:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong practical experience in civil drainage or three waters construction\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience leading a crew or taking responsibility when the Foreman is unavailable\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to plan ahead and keep a crew productive\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience with deep drainage, trench shields, dewatering and temporary works\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGood understanding of levels, grades, plans and drainage construction requirements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfidence making practical decisions and raising issues early\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong focus on safety, quality and looking after your crew\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull Class 1 Driver Licence with \u003cstrong\u003eWTR endorsements\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e The following would be advantageous, but aren\u0026rsquo;t essential if you have the right practical experience and leadership skills:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrainlaying qualification\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChristchurch City Council authorisations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater reticulation qualifications\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClass 2 Driver Licence\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0026rsquo;s In It For You?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull-time, permanent position\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSalary / wages based on experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork across a varied range of Canterbury three waters projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to lead an experienced crew\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGreat opportunity for an experienced operator to step into leadership\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHands-on role where your practical knowledge is valued\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to build your leadership and project delivery experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e If you\u0026rsquo;re an experienced drainage professional who is ready to lead from the front, whether you\u0026rsquo;re already a Foreman or ready to take that next step, we\u0026rsquo;d like to hear from you. Apply online today!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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=\"4476226\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "