Civil Allrounders

Join a strong crew on a major Christchurch drainage project — varied work, long-term hours, and real opportunity to grow.

Bullet Points

• $27-$34/hr (depending on experience)
• Mix of labouring, spotting, drainage & carpentry
• Long-term project

Full Job Description

About the Role
We’re hiring Civil Allrounders to support a major multi-year drainage infrastructure project in Christchurch. This is a hands-on role where every day is different — you’ll be assisting drainage and carpentry crews, spotting machinery, and helping keep the site running smoothly.
If you’re reliable, safety-focused, and enjoy varied work in a team that backs each other, this role is a great fit. You’ll get the chance to build your skills and gain solid civil experience on a key local project.

Wages $27.00 – $34.00 per hour
(Depending on experience)
Location Christchurch

What’s In It For You

• Long-term work on a multi-year project
• Supportive, skilled crew environment
• Variety of tasks to keep the role engaging
• Real opportunity to upskill and build experience
• Weekly pay through a trusted recruitment partner

What You Will Be Doing

• Supporting drainage and carpentry crews
• Spotting machinery and assisting operators
• Operating small plant/basic machinery
• Site preparation, clean-up, and safety support
• Traffic control and general labouring tasks

What We Require

• Broad civil or infrastructure experience
• WTR endorsements and Class 1–2 licence preferred
• Reliable, adaptable, and safety-focused
• Local travel flexibility (Christchurch)
• Site Safe or Construct Safe (we can assist)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND

Why Choose Max People?
Max People is a trusted recruitment partner with 15+ years’ experience connecting great people with great workplaces. What started in construction has grown into one of the country’s leading labour-hire and recruitment providers across construction, civil, agriculture, dairy, manufacturing, and logistics.

When you join Max People, you’re backed by a team that lives its values: Passion, Empathy, Optimism, Professionalism, Loyalty, and Empowerment. We’re here to support your journey, champion your growth, and help you build a future you’re excited about.