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🥝 Working Foreperson (Christchurch)

HEB Construction | Rangiora, New Zealand | Posted April 04, 2026

Job Description

At HEB, we build the infrastructure that keeps New Zealand moving and we back our people to do their best work. We’re looking for an experienced Working Foreperson who can run a grader or excavator and lead a crew on site. This is a hands‑on, lead‑from‑the‑front role working across roading, subdivisions, pavements and drainage in Canterbury.

The Role

  • Lead a small civil crew and subcontractors on site

  • Operate graders (sub‑grade, pavement, final trim)

  • Operate excavators (5–35t+) for drainage and earthworks

  • Read plans and work to tight tolerances

  • Run toolbox talks and keep safety and quality on track

  • Look after your gear with daily pre‑starts and basic maintenance
  • What You’ll Bring

  • Strong grader experience (final trim is essential)

  • Solid excavator experience across civil works

  • 5–10+ years in civil construction,...
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