Water Labourer

Mō te tūranga | About the role

We’re looking for a Water Labourer to join our Utilities team in Gisborne. This is a hands-on role supporting the repair, maintenance and installation of water reticulation assets across the network. You’ll help keep water services running for the community while learning from an experienced crew that backs each other and gets stuck in.

This is a great entry point into the water industry. If you’re practical, reliable and keen to learn, we’ll support you to build your skills and work towards relevant qualifications. Good Work here means high standards, low ego, and being part of a team that takes the work seriously, not ourselves.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Assist with reactive and scheduled repair and maintenance work across the water reticulation network.

• Install and repair water connections on mains of varying sizes.

• Carry out repairs and new installations of service pipes, meters, valves and hydrants.

• Support trenching, pipe laying, locating existing services, and reconnecting pipework safely and accurately.

• Complete water quality and operational testing as required.

• Operate hand tools and approved small plant and equipment within your training and competency.

• Maintain strong housekeeping standards on site and help keep work areas clean, tidy and safe.

• Take part in pre-starts, risk planning and day-to-day safety conversations, speaking up when something’s not right.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with

• A Full Class 1 Driver’s Licence.

• WTR endorsements and plant operating experience would be an advantage.

• Experience in the water, civil or construction industry would be helpful, but it’s not essential.

• A genuine interest in building a career in the water industry and working towards relevant qualifications.

• Confidence using hand tools and small machinery.

• A practical approach and comfort with hands-on outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

• A strong focus on safety, wellbeing and doing the job the right way.

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.

Ko wai mātou | About us

At Fulton Hogan, Good Work is more than what we deliver. It’s how we show up for each other, our customers and our communities. We’re flat, friendly and forward moving. Titles matter less than ideas, and the best ideas can come from anywhere.

In our teams, you’ll find a relaxed vibe day to day, but serious standards when it counts. We back people who want to learn, have a crack, and keep moving forward. We take the work seriously, not ourselves.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

If you’re keen to start or grow your career in the water industry and want to be part of a team doing good work in Gisborne, we’d love to hear from you.

All successful candidates will need to undergo and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen before starting employment.