Drainage Foreperson at Fulton Hogan

Palmerston North City, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Drainage Project Leadership, Staff Coordination, Plant Coordination, Subcontractor Management, Safety Standards Adherence, Drainage Installation, Inspections, Maintenance, Organizational Skills, Attention To Detail, Documentation Completion, Pre-start Meetings, Machinery Operation, Deep Trenching, Trench Shielding, Ground Water Management

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan We are looking for an experienced Drainage Foreperson to lead a team in delivering quality drainage projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role involves coordinating staff, plant, and subcontractors, ensuring all work meets project specifications and adheres to strict safety standards. The successful candidate will promote a collaborative and productive site environment while overseeing drainage installations, inspections, and maintenance. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential, as you will be responsible for ensuring work is completed efficiently and to the highest standards. Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities Compete all documentation required for the role including time sheets, daily job sheets, pre start inspections, plant usage sheets, quality checklists, hazard IDs Hold pre-start meetings and make sure everyone understands the hazards and the plan to control them Ensure machinery and tools are only operated by those trained, competent and licensed to use Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We're looking for someone with Minimum 5 years construction experience specifically in drainage/civil construction Current full Class 2 driver's licence with WTR endorsements Drainlaying qualification Experience in deep trenching, < 4 m Experience using trench shielding and managing ground water Ability to operate an excavator to a high standard Staff supervision experience Sound knowledge of industry principles and their practical application Ability to interpret and deliver against construction plans and drawings Strong communication skills, both verbal and written He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You'll have access to: Medical insurance after the eligibility period Life insurance KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7% Parental leave top‑up payment with additional return‑to‑work support Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities Great discounts at a wide range of retailers Me pēhea te tono | How to apply: Ready to lead safe, high‑quality drainage projects that keep Manawatu's infrastructure flowing? Apply now and start your journey with our Fulton Hogan whānau. All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen. We are driven by fresh ideas and opportunities. We aim to do more and do better – for our people, our communities and the countries that we work in. As an employer, we know this relationship is a two-way street. We’re always looking for people who are passionate about the work they do. If that’s you, we’d like to invite you to become part of our family and join us in the good work we do.

Responsibilities

The Foreperson will lead a team to deliver quality drainage projects safely, on schedule, and within budget by coordinating staff, plant, and subcontractors. Key duties include overseeing drainage installations, inspections, and maintenance while ensuring all work meets specifications and safety standards.