We’re looking for motivated Civil Labourers to join our crews across Christchurch and wider Canterbury. The civil and roading industry is absolutely booming right now this is your chance to get in on the ground floor, learn the ropes, and open doors you didn’t even know existed. Whether you’ve got experience or you’re just keen, reliable, and not afraid of a hard day’s graft, we want to hear from you. Full training provided. Genuine progression on offer.
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Company Overview
We’re a well-established civil contractor with a strong footprint across Canterbury, delivering long-term projects in road maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, asset management, and major event traffic management. Our crews are the backbone of everything we do—and we treat them that way. We don’t churn through staff; we invest in people who want to stay, learn, and grow with us. If you’re looking for a labouring role that actually leads somewhere, this is it.
Key Responsibilities
You’ll be out on site across a variety of civil and roading projects. No two days are the same.
- Assist with traffic management setup, including coning out (manual and off the back of the deck), putting in tapers, and establishing contra-flow systems
- Operate stop/go paddles and traffic lights to safely manage vehicle flow through work sites
- Support road maintenance and upgrade crews with general labouring tasks
- Assist with event traffic management during major Christchurch events
- Keep work areas clean, organised, and hazard-free at all times
- Work safely, follow instructions, and contribute to a positive team culture on site
Qualifications
We’re looking for people with the right attitude. Experience is a bonus, but reliability is everything.
You’ll be a great fit if you:
- Have a genuine interest in the civil, roading, or infrastructure industry—the opportunities here are massive
- Are physically fit and comfortable with manual labour in all weather conditions
- Can follow instructions and work well as part of a team
- Are punctual, reliable, and take pride in showing up ready to work
- Have a clean drug-free status and can pass pre-employment and ongoing screening
- Can pass a Ministry of Justice criminal history check
You must have:
- A full Class 1 licence (or Class 2 is ideal). If you can get yourself to and from work safely, let’s talk we’re flexible for the right person
Previous civil experience is advantageous but not necessary. We provide full training for motivated candidates.
Benefits and Perks
This isn’t just a job it’s a foot in the door to one of New Zealand’s most in-demand industries.
- $24–$28 per hour, based on experience
- Flexible shift options – days, afternoons, and nights available to suit your lifestyle
- Travel and stay-away allowances – we work across Canterbury and beyond
- Weekly pay with holiday pay and KiwiSaver accrued on every hour worked
- Massive upskilling opportunities – get trained, get tickets, get qualified
- Long-term, stable projects – not just a few weeks, but years of work ahead
- A company that actually cares – your safety and wellbeing come first, every time
How to Apply
If you’re ready to get stuck in and build a real career in civil construction, we’d like to hear from you.
Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand and be able to pass pre-employment drug screening and MOJ checks.
