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About the Role

We are seeking reliable and hardworking Construction Labourers to join our busy team in Otago. This role offers hands-on experience across a variety of active commercial, residential, and civil construction sites. Working alongside skilled tradespeople, you will play a crucial role in maintaining site workflow, assisting with daily construction tasks, and keeping projects moving safely and efficiently.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Assisting various tradespeople on-site with daily construction and preparation tasks

  • Operating basic power tools, hand tools, and site equipment safely

  • Assisting with basic steel fixing, tying rebar, and placing mesh (experience is a strong plus!)

  • Site setup, cleanup, and ensuring a safe, tidy work environment at all times

  • Moving, loading, and unloading construction materials around site

  • Digging trenches, site excavation support, and preparing surfaces for concrete or build phases

  • Following all health and safety guidelines to ensure a secure working environment

What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum 1 year of experience working on construction or civil sites

  • Must hold a valid Class 1 Driver’s License (mandatory) and reliable transport

  • Must have your own standard PPE (Steel cap boots, Hi-Vis vest/shirt, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves)

  • Must hold SITE SAFE or CONSTRUCT SAFE CERTIFICATE.

  • Physically fit and capable of handling heavy lifting and manual labor

  • High level of reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic

  • Ability to follow instructions clearly and work well within a team environment

  • Site Safe card or ConstructSafe qualification is preferred (or willing to obtain)

Benefits

  • Immediate start available

  • Weekly pay

  • Competitive hourly rate ($25–$27 per hour depending on experience)

  • Great opportunity to gain hands-on trade experience and upskill

  • Supportive and safety-focused team culture

  • Variety of work across diverse construction projects