About the role | Ko te kaupapa 
In this role, you will lead and support day to day site activities across a range of works, including general civil construction, roading, and the preparation of footpaths, kerbs and car parks.

This is a hands on leadership position where you will work alongside your team, operating plant and equipment when required and guiding others through practical mentoring and support. You will be confident in reading and interpreting plans, communicating clearly with your team and stakeholders, and ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to agreed production targets.

As a leader within the business, you will bring strong interpersonal and people leadership skills, with proven experience training, mentoring and developing team members. Your ability to manage challenges on site, make sound decisions and maintain a positive, respectful work environment will be key to your success.

What you'll bring | Ko ngā pukenga ōu

• Relevant civil roading experience: subgrade and basecourse construction, pavements, streetscapes, minor earthworks and drainage
• 5 years' experience leading a crew in a Foreman role
• Full Class 1 Driver Licence with WTR endorsements
• Site Safe and First Aid Certificates
• Self-motivated, able to work unsupervised, produce a two-week planner and deliver to programme
• Champions health and safety and leads by example
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and plans

What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai 

• Competitive and rewarding remuneration package tailored to the level of experience (including Boost - employee benefits program, work vehicle and phone, and your birthday off!)
• Company vehicle, plus phone and laptop
• Great working conditions and an excellent team environment
• Career growth opportunities and some great mentors available to support growth 

The company is committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates are required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol test prior to employment.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono
To apply, click on the 'Apply Now' link. Or email your CV and Cover Letter to recruit@corde.nz.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Who we are | Ko wai mātou
Working at CORDE has never been better!

We have one of the largest horizontal infrastructure teams in the South Island working in the maintenance, civil, and water industry. The work we do strengthens the communities we work and play in, with several key long term maintenance contracts throughout the Canterbury region and a number of civil projects currently being completed throughout the South Island.

Our values | Ngā Uaratanga
Trustworthy | Whakawhirinaki – People You Can Rely On
Teamwork | Mahi Tahi – People Who Work Together
Guardianship | Kaitiakitanga – People Who Protect Our Place

Note: CORDE Ltd will not consider unsolicited applications or contact from recruitment agencies for this vacancy. If recruitment support is needed, we will reach out to our trusted agencies.