Civil Construction Foreman – Blackley Construction Ltd.Location: Palmerston North, Manawatu / WhanganuiJob Type: Full Time, PermanentAbout UsEstablished in 1960, Blackley Construction is a family-owned, Palmerston North-based company specialising in civil and rural infrastructure projects. Whether it's digging deep for land drainage, laying precision pipelines, or installing ducts for telecommunications, we've been making the region a better place to live, one project at a time. We're all about community, high standards, and occasionally being impressed when someone gets our digger unstuck without calling for help.Why This Role RocksDo you enjoy getting your boots dirty, managing teams, and shouting things like "measure twice, cut once" (even when you're just supervising)? We need someone with experience, grit, and the leadership skills to keep the crew running like a well-oiled trenching machine.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, inspire, and manage a skilled team of construction professionals.Oversee daily project operations, ensuring everything is on time, on budget, and laid to specs.Manage stakeholders, including clients and subcontractors.Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.Train and mentor your team, shaping the next generation of foremen (and women).Keep the plant and equipment running efficiently.What We're Looking ForExperience: Proven success as a Civil Construction Foreman.Certification: Connexis Pipelaying Qualification (or equivalent).Skills: Problem-solving, detail-focused, and people-savvy.License: A valid NZ Driver's License.What You'll GetCompetitive pay and a company vehicle.A high level of autonomy.Support from a family-oriented, approachable management team.Tools of the trade – access to a top-notch fleet of well-maintained equipment.Why Join Blackley Construction?Stability: We've been here for 65 years, and we're not going anywhere.Innovation: Got an idea to make the job faster, better, or safer? We'll hear you out.Flat Management Structure: We're all about approachable bosses and quick decisions.Community Focused: Help us make the Manawatu region shine.How to ApplyReady to tackle big projects? Send your CV to ****** or call Kevin (0274 445 327) or Kyleen (0211 382 630) for more info.Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid work visa. A pre-employment medical and drug screen will be required.Join the team that digs deeper, builds stronger, and always has a laugh along the way.
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