Drainer Construction Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Drainage Excavator Operator

at Waipa Civil Limited

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$35 – $45 per hour

Join Waipa Civil as an Operator - modern gear, solid team, and a strong pipeline of projects across the Waikato.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Operator/Driver

at Canterbury Environmental Services Ltd T/ A HydroVac South Island

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $40 per hour

Canterbury Owned and Operated Company
Competitive Wage
Company Cellphone and Tablet

Canterbury Owned and Operated Company
Competitive Wage
Company Cellphone and Tablet

HydroVac is proud to be a New Zealand-owned and operated business.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Listed two days ago

Civil Drainlayer

at Franklin Smith

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Installing reinforced concrete pipes (RCP)
Constructing and installing precast concrete manholes

Installing reinforced concrete pipes (RCP)
Constructing and installing precast concrete manholes

Civil Drainlayer with a strong background in large diameter concrete pipe installation and precast manhole construction.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Drainlayer or Drainage Operator

at Gifford Civil LTD

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

$42 – $50 per hour

Small local team with pride in their work

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed two days ago

Civil Drainlayer

at Franklin Smith

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waikato

Installing reinforced concrete pipes (RCP)
Constructing and installing precast concrete manholes

Installing reinforced concrete pipes (RCP)
Constructing and installing precast concrete manholes

Experienced Civil Drainlayer with a strong background in large diameter concrete pipe installation and precast manhole construction

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Drainlayer - Dunedin

at Tech 5 Recruitment Auckland

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

NZD 35 per hour

Permanent, Full-Time
Relocation Package Available
Ongoing work with a reputable company

Permanent, Full-Time
Relocation Package Available
Ongoing work with a reputable company

You’ll be working across stormwater and wastewater networks, carrying out maintenance, repairs, and installations to keep things running smoothly.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Hydro Truck Operator / Drainage Services

at All Drains Ltd

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

$30 – $39 per hour

We are one of Auckland's leading drainage maintenance companies, with: - a great culture, friendly team - job growth opportunities - overtime rates

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

23d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Civil Drainlayer

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Installation of reinforced concrete pipes (RCP) and large diameter stormwater
Construction and installation of precast concrete manholes
Benching and channeling of manholes to specification

Installation of reinforced concrete pipes (RCP) and large diameter stormwater
Construction and installation of precast concrete manholes
Benching and channeling of manholes to specification

Drainlayers Required ASAP

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed three days ago

Operator/Driver

at Canterbury Environmental Services Ltd T/ A HydroVac South Island

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $40 per hour

Canterbury Owned and Operated Company
Competitive Wage
Company Cellphone and Tablet

Canterbury Owned and Operated Company
Competitive Wage
Company Cellphone and Tablet

HydroVac is proud to be a New Zealand-owned and operated business.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Drainlayer - Dunedin

at McConnell Dowell

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

NA

Opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive organisation
Full time permanent roles
Training and developing our people is paramount

Opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive organisation
Full time permanent roles
Training and developing our people is paramount

We are seeking a Drainlayer to join our close knit high performing team to help deliver on Projects across Dunedin.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Drainlayer

at Heights Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

$45 - $50+ ph wages + vehicle

Good mix of commercial and civil drainage projects around Central
Ongoing training & development encouraged through Connexis
If your certifying you'll be in the early $50's ph

Good mix of commercial and civil drainage projects around Central
Ongoing training & development encouraged through Connexis
If your certifying you'll be in the early $50's ph

With growth on the horizon, a supportive team, and a proven track record of success, there is plenty of reasons to want to call this place home!

Recruited byLuke Petrie

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Qualified Drainlayer & Experienced Pipelayers & Drainage Foreman

at Cargill Contracting Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

$35 – $45 per hour

Join us as a Drainlayer in Otago, working on renewals, deep pipelines, WTPs, and key civil projects across the region.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

26d ago

Listed nine days ago

Drainlayer

at AWF

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Marlborough

Immediate Start Available
Strong Forward Scope of Work
Strong Health & Safety Focus

Immediate Start Available
Strong Forward Scope of Work
Strong Health & Safety Focus

Experienced Drain Layer / Plumber required

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Recruitment Day

at North Drill Ltd

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

North Drill backs its people. Work hard, play hard — in that order. Grow, be supported, and take pride in the work you do

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Drainlaying Labourer

at AWF

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$24.50 - $30 p.h. + Kiwisaver, Holiday & Sick Pay

Hands‑on drainlaying labouring work
Strong team culture and steady workload
Full Class 1 required; W,T,R is a bonus

Hands‑on drainlaying labouring work
Strong team culture and steady workload
Full Class 1 required; W,T,R is a bonus

We are looking for drainlaying labourers who can deliver accurate, safe, and timely support to drainage teams in the field

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

23d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Join our team - Earthmoving roles available

at Paul Smith Earthmoving 2002 Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work on landmark projects
Competitive pay and stablity
Career development and training

Work on landmark projects
Competitive pay and stablity
Career development and training

Join a team shaping the future. At Paul Smith Earthmoving, you’ll work on landmark projects - from major subdivisions to large-scale infrastructure

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

30d+ ago

Listed two days ago

Drainage Excavator Operator

at Waipa Civil Limited

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$35 – $45 per hour

Join Waipa Civil as an Operator - modern gear, solid team, and a strong pipeline of projects across the Waikato.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Drainage Operator

at Alpine Civil

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Alexandra, Otago

Competitive pay
Respect, trust, and autonomy
Opportunities to grow your technical and leadership skills

Competitive pay
Respect, trust, and autonomy
Opportunities to grow your technical and leadership skills

We’re looking for an experienced Drainage Operator to join our team in a role where your expertise and reliability will be genuinely valued.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

30d+ ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Drainage Foreman

at Alpine Civil

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Alexandra, Otago

Competitive pay
Respect, trust, and autonomy
Opportunities to grow your technical and leadership skills

Competitive pay
Respect, trust, and autonomy
Opportunities to grow your technical and leadership skills

Are you’re an experienced Drainage Foreman ready for a role where your leadership is valued and your contribution genuinely matters?

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

30d+ ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Hydro Operator (No Experience Required) & Truck Diver

at StrongVAC

Expiring soon

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

We are based in Auckland. We boast a fantastic work environment with a friendly and supportive team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

26d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Excavator Operator

at Dempsey Wood Civil Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

40 hours per week guaranteed as a minimum
Land development & infrastructure projects
Competitive pay & opportunities for development

40 hours per week guaranteed as a minimum
Land development & infrastructure projects
Competitive pay & opportunities for development

Join a long-standing family-owned company

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

27d ago

Listed two days ago

Class 4 & Class 5 Truck Drivers

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Competitive $$ Rates

Civil & Drainage Works
Great team environment
South Auckland base (but working around Auckland)

Civil & Drainage Works
Great team environment
South Auckland base (but working around Auckland)

Kerry Drainage & Civil seek confident Class 4 & 5 Drivers to operate a range of trucks incl. tippers, hydrovac trucks, flat decks, & transporters

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Drainlayer

at AWF

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Marlborough

Immediate Start Available
Strong Forward Scope of Work
Strong Health & Safety Focus

Immediate Start Available
Strong Forward Scope of Work
Strong Health & Safety Focus

Experienced Drain Layer / Plumber required

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed ten days ago

Civil Skilled Labourer

at Drake New Zealand - Auckland South

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$27-$30

Full time hours, immediate start
Full training provided
Growth and career development opportunities

Full time hours, immediate start
Full training provided
Growth and career development opportunities

Join our civil crew as a skilled labourer. Steady full-time work, great team, competitive pay, and chances to upskill on Auckland projects.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Operator - Landfill

at WM New Zealand

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Dairy Flat, Auckland

$30 - $35 per hour plus great staff perks!
Dairy Flat location - the best location to go against the traffic
Training and development opportunities here within WM

$30 - $35 per hour plus great staff perks!
Dairy Flat location - the best location to go against the traffic
Training and development opportunities here within WM

Ready for your next challenge? We’re hiring a safety-focused Machine Operator to join our Redvale team!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

27d ago

Listed one day ago

Hydro-Excavation Operator

at Hydro-Pro Central Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Queenstown Central, Otago

$38 – $43 per hour

Modern industry leading equipment
Competitive pay rates
Modern company vehicle

Modern industry leading equipment
Competitive pay rates
Modern company vehicle

If you know your way around a vac truck and take pride in doing the job properly, we’ll give you the gear, the pay, and the respect to match.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Drainage Foreman

at Roading and Building Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive hourly rate + lead to full time employment + UTE
Lead and support drainage crews on a variety of civil projects
Secure, long-term workload

Competitive hourly rate + lead to full time employment + UTE
Lead and support drainage crews on a variety of civil projects
Secure, long-term workload

Seeking an experienced Drainage Foreman on behalf of a well-established civil contractor operating across Christchurch and wider

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed six days ago

3 Waters/Drainage Team Leader

at CJ Industries Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Motueka, Tasman

$37 – $40 per hour

Great variety of projects
Competitive Pay Rate
Great growth opportunities.

Great variety of projects
Competitive Pay Rate
Great growth opportunities.

Proud of your drainage work? So are we. Join a team that values skill and craftsmanship.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed two days ago

Water Serviceperson

at Tech 5 Recruitment Auckland

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

NZD 30 per hour

Permanent, Full-Time
Relocation Package Available
Ongoing work with a reputable company

Permanent, Full-Time
Relocation Package Available
Ongoing work with a reputable company

Maintain and repair water networks in Dunedin. Install pipes, fix leaks, and support site work.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Earthmoving Roles Available - Timaru

at Paul Smith Earthmoving 2002 Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Excellent company culture
Competitive pay and stablity
Career development and training

Excellent company culture
Competitive pay and stablity
Career development and training

Join a team shaping the future. At Paul Smith Earthmoving, you’ll work on landmark projects - from major subdivisions to large-scale infrastructure

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

30d+ ago

Listed six days ago

GPS Excavator Operator – Final Trim

at MS Civil Construction Limited

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

Guaranteed 40hrs minimum pay
Competitive remuneration based on experience
Career progression and training opportunities

Guaranteed 40hrs minimum pay
Competitive remuneration based on experience
Career progression and training opportunities

We have several opportunities available for experienced Excavator Operators to join our growing civil construction team

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Foreman/Machine Operator at ResourceCo

at Resourceco Limited

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

$80,000 – $90,000 per year

Step into a role where your expertise doesn’t just keep machines moving—it helps reshape the future of waste in New Zealand.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

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