Leading Hand - - 42033 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Looking for a role where you can take on complex challenges, grow your skills, and be part of something bigger? At Brian Perry Civil, we’re shaping careers, communities, and the future of ground engineering - this is your chance to make a real impact.

About the Role

As a Leading Hand with Brian Perry Civil you will take charge of a small team delivering high-quality concrete and precast works. You’ll plan, set out, and lead daily activities while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. You will be based in Wellington region but may also be required to work in Manawatu-Whanganui, Nelson-Tasman, Marlborough, West Coast, Southland, Otago and Canterbury. This is a full time permanent role working 44-56 hours per week.

Hourly rate range $34-38 per hour depending on experience.

Lead and motivate a crew of 3–5 people in formwork and concrete construction
Organise daily tasks, materials, and plant to meet programme requirements
Carry out setout and ensure work aligns with design plans and specifications
Supervise formwork shutter building and precast operations
Maintain accurate records and communicate clearly with site leadership
Champion health, safety, and environmental compliance on site

What You’ll Bring

Minimum 3 years’ experience in formwork and concrete construction
Proven ability to lead teams in a precast facility and on site
Skilled in reading and interpreting design plans and specifications
Trade certification in concrete construction (advantageous)
Class 1 driver licence and W endorsement preferred
Strong commitment to health and safety and practical problem-solving

About Us

At Brian Perry Civil, part of the Fletcher Building Group, we’re specialists in ground engineering and civil construction, delivering some of the most complex and technically challenging projects across New Zealand and the South Pacific. From foundations and marine works to three waters infrastructure, our work goes beyond construction - we’re shaping communities, protecting environments, and building a legacy of innovation. We thrive on bold thinking, collaboration, and a commitment to safety and sustainability.

Why Join Us?

Join us and be part of a team that’s Better Together, where your career can grow alongside projects that make a real impact. At Brian Perry Civil, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive remuneration package

• In house technical training and leadership development programmes

• Access to educational funds for you and your children

• Funding for school holiday programmes and tutoring for your children

• Retail discounts at Z energy, PlaceMakers, Mico, Samsung + more

• Market-leading parental leave policy

• Fletcher Building share scheme options

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.