Asphalt Labourer/Operator

HEB Construction; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

HEB Construction is seeking an Asphalt Operator to safely and efficiently carry out asphalt surfacing tasks. Candidates should possess a Site Safe Construction Passport and a Class 1 NZ Driver Licence, and have experience with asphalt equipment. Join a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality civil infrastructure projects across New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Site Safe Construction Passport required.
• Class 1 NZ Driver Licence essential.
• Experience with asphalt surfacing equipment or civil construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate asphalt equipment including pavers and rollers.
• Carry out manual tasks like raking and compacting asphalt.
• Ensure work meets specified standards and tolerances.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Manual handling

Job description

HEB Construction, a member of VINCI Construction Americas - Oceania, delivers high-quality civil infrastructure projects across New Zealand. Our work spans roads and bridges, surfacing, drainage, precast concrete, landscaping, and more. At HEB, our five core values—**We are Open, We are Real, We Work Together, We Care, and We Deliver**—form the backbone of how we operate and support the communities in which we work.

Purpose of the Role

To carry out asphalt surfacing tasks safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards. This includes the operation of plant and equipment, manual asphalt placement, site preparation, and finishing. The Asphalt Operator plays a key role in delivering projects on time and to specification, contributing to the team's overall success.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Technical

• Operate asphalt equipment such as pavers, rollers, trucks, and hand tools
  
  • Carry out manual tasks such as raking, shoveling, and compacting asphalt
  • Understand job specifications and instructions provided by the Supervisor or Foreperson
  • Maintain plant and equipment to a high standard
  • Assist in setting up and packing down job sites
• Ensure work is carried out to the specified standards and tolerances
  
  • Take care with site presentation and finishing work
  • Assist in maintaining accurate site records as requested

Teamwork & Culture

• Work collaboratively with fellow crew members to complete tasks & Communicate clearly and respectfully on site
• Represent HEB values through professionalism and teamwork
  

Health & Safety

• Follow all HEB safety procedures and wear PPE at all times
• Actively contribute to a safe worksite by identifying hazards and reporting near misses/incidents
• Participate in toolbox talks and safety briefings
• Operate plant and equipment within safe work practices

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Site Safe Construction Passport
• Class 1 NZ Driver Licence
• Experience with asphalt surfacing equipment or civil construction
• Familiarity with safe work practices on civil sites

Desirable

• Class 2 or higher licence
• W, T, R endorsements
• Knowledge of bitumen handling
• Experience operating paver, roller, or skid steer loaders