Civil Labourers | Skilled Outdoor Work
Max People
Listing Description
Description
- $25-$28/hr for skilled civil labourers
- Outdoor work around water & machinery
- Ongoing projects across Canterbury
About the Role We're looking for experienced Civil Labourers to support outdoor civil projects across Canterbury. This is a physically demanding, hands-on role suited to workers who are confident operating in active civil environments. You'll be working in and around water, alongside heavy machinery, and assisting with timber and drainage-related works. Previous experience in similar civil or infrastructure settings is essential — this role is not suitable for entry-level labourers. That said, we are willing to train the right people with the right attitude, especially if you show potential and a strong work ethic. If you're reliable, safety-focused, and comfortable working outdoors in all conditions, this is a solid opportunity for ongoing civil work.
Wages $25.00 - $28.00 per hour (Depending on experience) Location Christchurch & wider Canterbury region
What's In It For You
- Ongoing outdoor civil work
- Variety of tasks across active sites
- Opportunity to build and strengthen civil skill sets
- Supportive team environment with strong safety focus
- Weekly pay through a trusted recruitment partner
What You Will Be Doing
- Stripping and replacing timber drains
- Installing posts and rails
- Working safely in and around water
- Operating safely alongside heavy machinery
- Contributing to site productivity and safety standards
What We Require
- Proven civil labouring experience
- Confidence working around heavy machinery
- WTR licence essential
- Experience working in water (gumboots required)
- Carpentry or timber work experience — strong advantage
- Physically fit, reliable, and safety-conscious
- Full NZ driver licence and reliable transport
- Site Safe or Construct Safe (we can assist if needed)
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND
Why Choose Max People? Max People is a trusted recruitment partner with 15+ years' experience connecting great people with great workplaces. What started in construction has grown into one of the country's leading labour-hire and recruitment providers across construction, civil, agriculture, dairy, manufacturing, and logistics. When you join Max People, you're backed by a team that lives its values: Passion, Empathy, Optimism, Professionalism, Loyalty, and Empowerment. We're here to support your journey, champion your growth, and help you build a future you're excited about.
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Max People
Max People was initially set up as a Construction recruitment agency providing outsourcing labourhire solutions to New Zealand's leading civil, Commercial and residential construction companies. We have since expanded our expertise to encompass agriculture, manufacturing and logistics sectors.
Headquartered in Christchurch, we're a recruitment agency specialising in matching exceptional support staff to leading businesses throughout New Zealand.
Max People brings a distinctive approach to hiring staff; We measure twice and cut once. We stand by our principles, Perseverance, Accountability, Consistency and excellence; we aim to deliver exceptional service to our clients and candidates in everything we do.
Our consultants only work with high-calibre, Quality individuals offering a tailored approach to recruitment and beyond. This approach makes us one of the market-leading Recruitment agencies in New Zealand that employers and Candidates can depend on.
At Max, we are passionate and driven people with a will to win. We attract and support the best people with a strong work ethic and are willing to go above and beyond. We aim to empower our employees through growth and learning. We encourage a balanced lifestyle and the continued development of our team.
