Water & Services Foreman

Water & Services Foreman

Christchurch | Civil Infrastructure

At Taggart, we take pride in delivering quality infrastructure projects that help shape Canterbury’s future.

We are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Water & Services Foreman to join our team and lead crews delivering watermain, renewal, and submain works across the Canterbury region. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys being out on site, leading from the front, solving problems, and driving strong team performance while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

About the Role

• Running and coordinating daily site activities
• Leading watermain, renewal, and submain installation works
• Planning labour, plant, materials, and workflow
• Coordinating subcontractors and onsite activities
• Reading and interpreting plans and specifications
• Maintaining QA and daily site documentation
• Monitoring productivity, programme, and quality outcomes
• Promoting a strong health and safety culture onsite
• Supporting and developing crew members

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in water infrastructure and civil construction
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate crews
• CCC Approved Water Installer qualification
• Ability to work to programmes and deadlines
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and quality expectations
• Ability to read and interpret plans confidently
• Minimum Class 1 licence with WTR endorsements
• Drainage tickets advantageous
• A practical, solutions-focused attitude

Why Join Taggart?

• Delivers a wide variety of civil infrastructure projects
• Supports career development and progression
• Values practical leadership and initiative
• Promotes a strong team culture built around respect and collaboration

At Taggart, our people are our strength. We value teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and pride in our work. If you’re looking for an opportunity to join a well-established Canterbury contractor and be part of a team that takes pride in delivering quality outcomes, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the Taggart team.