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Christchurch

Building and Construction

Tanisha Lethaby

tanishal@roblawmax.co.nz

+64 3 934 5907

04-May-2026

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Foreman to lead crews delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the Christchurch region. This hands-on leadership role will see you overseeing day to day site operations across water works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to specification.

You will play a key role in coordinating crews, subcontractors, plant and workflow to keep projects running smoothly from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

  • Run a 4-person crew installing watermains, renewals, and submains
  • Plan daily works, allocate resources, and monitor progress
  • Able to produce and manage a 2 week look ahead with the supervisor
  • Ability to work to programmes and timeframes
  • Read and interpret plans
  • Coordinate subcontractors, materials, and equipment on site
  • Maintain site records, including daily reports and QA documentation
  • Identify and resolve on-site issues to keep projects on track
  • Promote a positive, productive team culture and lead from the front

You will bring:

  • Proven experience in water works
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage crews
  • Solid understanding of civil construction methods and standards
  • Commitment to health, safety, and quality outcomes
  • CCC approved water installer
  • Minimum class 1 with WTR
  • Drainage tickets preferred
  • A proactive, solutions-focused attitude

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead from the front, now is the time to get in touch with Tanisha Lethaby from RobLawMax Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Email: TanishaL@roblawmax.co.nz

Mobile: 0273331893

RobLawMax specialises in recruitment across Construction, Infrastructure, Engineering, Manufacturing, Energy and Industrial sectors. As specialists, our consultants are equipped with industry-specific knowledge, extensive networks, and an empathy and understanding of the recruitment process within infrastructure construction. We are proud to announce that we have recently achieved ISO9001 accreditation for our Quality Management System (QMS), and ISO450001 accreditation for Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management systems.



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