Leading Hand – Piling

About the Role


Lead a small team on-site for piling and structural installations on a major Kiwirail project in Brynderwyn. This role requires living away from home Monday to Friday, with a paid living-away allowance.

Additional bridge projects near Palmerston North are available (6 weeks each), with travel on a 2-week rotation. Flights and a tax-free food allowance are provided.

This is a hands-on leadership role with a strong focus on safety and quality.

Benefits


• $75/night tax-free food allowance

• Flights provided for out-of-town work

• Weekly pay cycle

• Temp-to-perm opportunity

• Work on nationally significant projects

Duties
• Lead and support a team of 2 on-site

• Install piles and structural steel

• Set up temporary bridge supports

• Ensure safety and quality standards

• Liaise with site supervisors

Skills & experience


• Proven piling experience (essential)

• Slinging and lifting certification

• EWP license (advantageous)

• Strong leadership on-site

• Civil or rail project experience

About the company
This award-winning nationwide civil contractor is known for delivering technically challenging infrastructure projects across New Zealand. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and people, they specialise in utilities, transport, and marine infrastructure. Their self-perform capabilities and commitment to excellence make them a trusted name in the industry.

How to Apply:

  

Click APPLY or contact Emily Tuhimata for a confidential discussion.

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Reference Number: ET

  

Please note: We are not offering sponsorship for this role. You must have valid NZ working rights.