Farming infrastructure

We’re one of New Zealand’s most sought-after farming irrigation constructors providing industry-leading farm irrigation systems and infrastructure.

We’ve got the full range of expertise, equipment and experience to deliver durable farming infrastructure, no matter the complexity of your project. From bulk earthworks to drainage systems, soakage pits to retention basins, and swales to ponds, we deliver agricultural solutions of exceptional quality. Major projects include: The Amuri Irrigation Scheme, Pukaki Irrigation Scheme, Kurow Duntroon Irrigation Scheme, and The Acton Irrigation Scheme.

New Zealand’s agricultural sector chooses Paul Smith Earthmoving for farming infrastructure, because we offer…

100% Commitment to Clients
We demonstrate 100% commitment through cost-effective, timely farming infrastructure solutions designed to comply with New Zealand’s Piped Irrigation Systems Code of Practice. Our early stage contractor involvement, on-behalf consent applications, Quality Management System, extensive insurances, and first-rate communication channels are designed for end-to-end client satisfaction. Whether you require indicative pricing for a small-scale project, or a QS-based (quantity-based) quote for a large-scale scheme, we’ll design a solution to suit.

Innovative Solutions
All farming and irrigation projects excel through our end-to-end contractor involvement, complex problem-solving skills, and highly flexible resourcing. We combine asBuilt blueprints with time-tested solutions for successful consent applications. Our sector-leading constructions include, dairy lanes, stock yards, and ponds, as well as complex multi-shareholder irrigation pipelines. Our modern fleet and plant includes 1 ton diggers, 65 ton excavators, loaders, bulldozers, scrapers, and dump trucks, all serviced by our in-house mechanical engineers. We use state-of-the-art GPS technologies to execute to the millimetre and make steady progress in all weather.

Top Quality Teamwork
We invest heavily in our people to ensure we maintain a high-performing team. Our hands-on company directors lead by example with over 60 years of civil construction experience, while our dedicated project and site managers maximise all resources to ensure exceptional results. With more than 180 highly skilled construction specialists, including labourers, drain layers, mechanics, engineers, quantity surveyors, and financial managers, we deliver to the highest industry standards.

Comprehensive Health & Safety
Our active Health and Safety Team works on every agricultural project to guarantee total staff engagement and company-wide safety excellence. We uphold comprehensive health and safety practices, including daily safety meetings, Site Specific Safety Plans, environmental management, and Safe Work Method Statements. We conduct regular internal and external site audits to achieve zero-harm projects.

Dedicated Delivery
Delivery with integrity is the key to our longevity in the civil construction industry. From start-to-finish, we maximise resources via real-time cost-tracking with Workbench™ and our daily company-wide progress reports keep everything on track. As our client, you’ll benefit from consistent communication, transparent reporting (including staff timesheets and deliveries), and access to on-site meetings by request.

Rest assured, we know what it takes to lay the foundation for a better future. For a dedicated farming infrastructure team with a proven track record in delivering industry-leading farming solutions, contact Paul Smith Earthmoving.

Our mission is to deliver innovative earthworks solutions through customer driven staff and technically advanced plant.

Laying the groundwork for a better tomorrow – get in touch with us today.

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