Job Description
Full Time
Location: Rolleston, Canterbury
Listed: December 19, 2025
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What's the job?
Working at CORDE has never been better!
We have one of the largest horizontal infrastructure teams in the South Island working in the maintenance, civil, and water industry. The work we do strengthens the communities we work and play in, with several key long term maintenance contracts throughout the Canterbury region and a number of civil projects currently being completed throughout the South Island.
About the roles | Ko te kaupapa
Exciting News:
We have won a large green field development, which includes ongoing civil, drainage and water work for years ahead. We are focused on building a strong, locally based team to deliver this work with trust, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence in construction and delivery.
Current Opportunities :
Drainage Foreman
Drainage Leading Hand
Drainlayer
Water Leading Hand
Civil Leading Hand
Skilled Civil/Structural Labourers
Class 2 Drivers/Labourers
Civil Foreman (Earthworks background)
If you’re passionate about your local environment, take pride in your work, and want to be part of a supportive and professional team, we’d love to hear from you.
What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai
At CORDE, you’ll be part of a connected, values driven team that takes pride in our work and the communities we support. We offer:
Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones
Birthday leave after 1 year, retail discounts, and a great working culture.
Career opportunities through training & development
An innovative company with diverse projects
Varied and interesting work every day
Our values | Ngā Uaratanga
Trustworthy | Whakawhirinaki – People You Can Rely On
Teamwork | Mahi Tahi – People Who Work Together
Guardianship | Kaitiakitanga – People Who Protect Our Place
We are committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and ******* test prior to starting work.
HOW TO APPLY | ME PĒHEA TE TONO
Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Please note that as this role is advertised over the holiday period, we will be reviewing applications in the new year and will respond from 12 January 2026.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Construction – Multiple roles position is now open for candidates interested in the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services sector. This role in Rolleston offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services is a plus.
