Asphalt Operator

JobSpace; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance and Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top up

Training and development

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan is seeking two Operators to join our Bay of Plenty team in Tauranga. You will operate plant and machinery for asphalt and paving, ensuring safe, efficient delivery and high-quality workmanship on site.

Work closely with the Foreperson and site crew, performing daily checks, basic maintenance and adhering to safety and quality processes to keep work moving and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience operating plant and machinery in asphalt and paving or similar hands-on environments.
• A strong focus on safety, wellbeing and doing the job right first time.
• W, T, R endorsements are a must for this role.
• Current Class 2 and 4 licences, or a willingness to gain this with our support.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and machinery safely, efficiently and effectively across asphalt and paving activities.
• Accurately complete daily plant checks and basic maintenance, and keep equipment clean, presentable and ready for work.
• Diligently follow site plans, pre-start requirements and safety, environmental and quality processes every day.
• Speak up, push pause when needed and help identify safer, better ways of working.
• Proactively support the wider team with other duties as needed to keep work moving.

Skills

Plant operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Problem solving

Education

Experience with construction equipment

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We're looking for x2 Operators to join our team at Fulton Hogan. In this role, you'll operate plant and machinery to help deliver Asphalt and Paving work safely, on time, and to a high standard.

This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in doing good work, values safety and wants to keep building their skills. You'll work closely with your Foreperson and site crew to get the job done the right way.

• Operate plant and machinery safely, efficiently and effectively across asphalt and paving activities.
• Accurately complete daily plant checks and basic maintenance, and keep equipment clean, presentable and ready for work.
• Diligently follow site plans, pre-start requirements and safety, environmental and quality processes every day.
• Speak up, push pause when needed and help identify safer, better ways of working.
• Proactively support the wider team with other duties as needed to keep work moving.
• Experience operating plant and machinery in asphalt and paving or similar hands-on environments.
• A strong focus on safety, wellbeing and doing the job right first time.
• Current Class 2 and 4 licences, or a willingness to gain this with our support.
• W, T, R endorsements are a must for this role.
• A practical, reliable and team-focused approach, with the confidence to follow instructions and think ahead.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn and real pride in a job well done.

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You'll have access to:

• Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period.
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.
• Parental leave top up payment with additional return to work support.
• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

At Fulton Hogan, Good Work is what we do and how we do it. We're a team that's flat, friendly and forward moving. We back each other, keep things low ego and work side by side to deliver for our customers and communities.

We take the work seriously, not ourselves. That means high standards, honest expectations and a team environment where people are treated with respect and supported to grow. If you want to be part of a business that values safety, teamwork and progress, you'll fit right in.

If you're ready to bring your skills to a team that backs good people doing good work, we'd love to hear from you.