Asphalt Batch Plant Operator — Hands-on & Upskilling

Fletcher Building Limited; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver employer contribution up to

Fuel discounts

Monthly free pie and coffee

Upskill opportunities

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Higgins is seeking a Plant Operator in Auckland to join our Silverdale asphalt batch plant. You will be part of a small, close-knit team responsible for manufacturing and supplying asphalt mix to internal and external customers.

We offer a permanent full-time role with a rotating day/night shift roster, KiwiSaver matching up to 4%, fuel discounts, and opportunities to upskill. You’ll need to pass pre-employment checks and be fit for work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience operating asphalt batch plants.
• Troubleshooting and basic mechanical maintenance experience.
• Strong understanding of materials, tools, and methods in asphalt production.
• Flexibility to work day and night shifts on a rotating roster.
• Class 1 licence (WTR) or overseas essential; Class 2 preferred.
• Familiarity with handling bitumen; DF endorsements beneficial.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Commitment to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate the asphalt batch plant to manufacture and supply asphalt mix to internal and external customers.
• Maintain and troubleshoot plant equipment as needed.
• Adhere to safety practices and quality control measures.

Skills

Batch plant operation

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Bitumen handling

Health and safety focus

Shift flexibility

Verbal/written communication

Tools

Endorsements (DF)

Job description

Higgins is seeking a Plant Operator in Auckland to join our Silverdale asphalt batch plant. You will be part of a small, close-knit team responsible for manufacturing and supplying asphalt mix to internal and external customers.

We offer a permanent full-time role with a rotating day/night shift roster, KiwiSaver matching up to 4%, fuel discounts, and opportunities to upskill. You’ll need to pass pre-employment checks and be fit for work.