The Talent Pipeline is a specialist recruitment business focused exclusively on drainage, utilities and civil infrastructure in New Zealand — led by a former CCTV drainage operator who has done the work himself.
“The drainage and utilities sector is experiencing transformative growth. Skilled operators are hard to find — unless you know where to look.”
Our difference: Our lead consultant is a former CCTV drainage operator with hands-on experience in WinCan software, NZPIM 4th Edition defect coding, and pipeline condition assessment. We don’t just recruit for this industry — we understand it.
Most recruiters have never set foot on a drainage site. We have. That changes everything about how we screen candidates and serve clients.
The Talent Pipeline is a specialist recruitment division focused exclusively on drainage, utilities, and civil infrastructure at the contractor and trade level. We operate as part of LM Recruitment Ltd, an established NZ recruitment business with a decade of experience placing engineering and infrastructure professionals across the country.
Our civil and drainage division is led by a former CCTV drainage operator who has experience working across Auckland and Waikato’s stormwater and wastewater networks. He brings an eclectic professional background to the table, blending hands-on operational expertise with a proven track record in recruitment and people management.
That combination — real technical experience in the field, and genuine recruitment expertise — means we have conversations with clients and candidates that most generalist recruiters simply can’t.
“I know the difference between someone who genuinely understands WinCan defect coding and someone who just knows how to drive the van. That matters when you’re placing people in specialist roles.”
— Barry, Drainage & Utilities Recruitment Specialist
We recruit across the full contractor and trade spectrum — from operators on the tools to project managers running the programme.
WinCan, NZPIM 4th Edition, tractor and push camera operators. The core of our specialisation.
Excavator operators, civil machine operators, and plant operators for infrastructure projects.
Registered and experienced drainlayers across residential, commercial, and civil sectors.
Experienced condition assessment and inspection staff for council and contractor clients.
Site supervisors and foremen for drainage, civil, and three waters construction projects.
From junior PMs to senior programme managers for civil infrastructure and drainage projects.
Field technicians and network operators for stormwater, wastewater, and drinking water networks.
Get in touch and we’ll have a straightforward conversation about what’s available in the current NZ market.
We keep things straightforward. No jargon, no unnecessary back-and-forth. Just fast, technically credible recruitment.
Tell us what you need — a role to fill, or a new opportunity you’re exploring. We’ll have a real conversation, not a scripted intake call.
We tap our network of pre-qualified NZ drainage and civil professionals. Because we understand the technical requirements, our screening actually filters for the right people.
We present strong candidates — not a long list of maybes. Our clients get people who can do the job from day one. Candidates get honest advice on the best opportunities for their skills.
Whether you’re a contractor looking for your next CCTV operator, or a skilled operator wanting to know what’s out there — reach out directly.
If you’re a drainage contractor, civil firm, or public sector organisation looking for skilled operators, supervisors or project staff — get in touch for a no-obligation conversation.
Send Us a Brief →If you’re an experienced CCTV operator, drain layer, pipeline inspector or civil supervisor open to hearing what’s in the market — reach out. We won’t waste your time.
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