Assistant Quarry Manager

Fulton Hogan; Napier; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical insurance

KiwiSaver

Parental leave top-up

Training & progression

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan's Fernhill Quarry in Napier is seeking an Assistant Quarry Manager to join our on-site team. This hands-on role supports the Quarry Manager with day-to-day operations, staying hands-on on machinery, and ensuring safety, production and quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate brings a current A or B Grade Quarry Manager qualification (or is working towards it), holds Class 1/2/4 licences and appropriate WTRs, and has practical quarry experience.

Qualifications

• Current A or B Grade Quarry Manager qualification or working towards.
• Sound knowledge of quarry operations, safety standards, and plant use.
• Ability to lead by example and drive safety on site.
• Strong communication with the crew and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support The Quarry Manager with daily Fernhill Quarry operations.
• Coordinate site activities to maintain safe, efficient production.
• Operate machinery as required and cover breaks.
• Maintain a safe, productive, well-organised site with the crew.
• Monitor performance, plant use and site requirements.
• Drive safety, quality and environmental standards across the quarry.
• Foster positive relationships and a low-ego culture.
• Assist with planning and problem solving when priorities shift.

Job description

Mō te tūranga | About the role

We're looking for an Assistant Quarry Manager to join our team at Fernhill Quarry. This is a hands-on role with real variety. You'll support the Quarry Manager with the day-to-day running of the site while also staying close to the action on the ground.

This isn't a role for someone who wants to sit back and supervise from a distance. You'll help keep the quarry running smoothly, step in on machinery when needed, cover breaks, support the crew, and help make sure safety, production, and quality standards are met. It's Good Work with high expectations, low ego, and plenty of room to grow.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Support The Quarry Manager with the daily operation of Fernhill Quarry.

• Help Coordinate site activities to keep production moving safely and efficiently.

• Step Into operational duties, including operating machinery when needed and covering team breaks.

• Work Alongside the crew to maintain a safe, productive, and well-organised site.

• Monitor Day-to-day performance, plant use, and site requirements.

• Help Drive strong safety, quality, and environmental standards across the quarry.

• Build Positive working relationships with the team and contribute to a flat, low ego culture.

• Assist With planning, problem solving, and keeping the site running well when priorities shift.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We're looking for someone with

• A or B Grade Quarry Manager Qualification (current) or working towards qualification.

• Class 1, 2, 4 licences and WTR's essential.

• Sound knowledge of quarry operations, mobile plant, and day-to-day site coordination.

• Solid experience operating machinery and stepping into hands-on operational tasks when required.

• A strong commitment to safety, wellbeing, and doing the job right.

• A collaborative, team-focused style and willingness to lead by example.

• Good communication skills and the ability to build trust across the crew.

• A proactive, accountable approach with the ability to adapt when the day changes.

• The drive to learn, grow, and take the next step in your career.

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

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:

• Life insurance.

• Medical 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.

Ko wai mātou | About us

At Fulton Hogan, Good Work is at the heart of everything we do. It's not just about what we deliver, but how we show up for each other and the communities we work in.

We're a business that's flat, friendly, and forward moving. Titles matter less than ideas here. We back our people to speak up, pitch in, and keep finding better ways of doing things. We take the work seriously, not ourselves. And when it counts, we switch on and deliver to a high standard.

If you're looking for a role where you can lead from the front, stay hands-on, and be part of a team that genuinely enjoys working together, Fernhill Quarry could be the place for you.