Published 2025-12-05
HEB Construction’s Civil Bay of Plenty team is looking for a hardworking and reliable Heavy Civil Drainage Labourer to support our drainage and civil crews across the region.
This is a hands-on role working on major infrastructure projects, including 3-waters, subdivisions, roading, and heavy civil earthworks. If you enjoy physical work, want to build your skills, and are keen to be part of a high-performing team, this is the opportunity for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
Assisting with installation of stormwater, wastewater, and water supply pipelines
Supporting excavation, trenching, shoring, and pipe-laying operations
Backfilling, compaction, and site reinstatement work
Operating small tools and supporting machinery/plant operators
Spotting for machine operators and maintaining safe exclusion zones
General labouring duties around active heavy civil construction sites
Ensuring a clean, safe, and well-organised work area
What We’re Looking For
Experience in civil drainage or heavy civil construction (preferred, but training available for the right person)
Ability to work safely around machinery and trenches
Good level of physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in all conditions
Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and good communication skills
Full driver’s licence (Class 1 required; WTR an advantage)
Ability to pass pre-employment checks (drug/alcohol etc.)
