Bitumen Sprayer Operator

fultonhogan; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top-up

Return-to-work support

Training and development

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan is seeking a Bitumen Sprayer Operator in Christchurch to join our surfacing team. You will operate the sprayer, support spray sealing works, and help deliver high-quality roads while prioritising safety.

The role is permanent full-time, typically Monday to Friday with possible weekend work. Based in Christchurch, you may travel across the South Island. NZ$32–NZ$42 per hour depending on experience, with benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• A full clean Class 4 driver’s licence with WTR and DG endorsement.
• Experience handling bitumen and emulsion products.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem solving.
• Ability to work safely in a busy field environment.
• Reliable, team-focused approach with a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate the bitumen sprayer to deliver spray sealing work safely and to standards.
• Complete pre-start checks and ensure plant is inducted and fit for purpose.
• Load, unload and move equipment between worksites; assist with aggregate spreading and rolling.
• Manage day-to-day operation of the sprayer under supervision plans.
• Prioritize safety; report incidents and suggest safer ways of working.
• Assist with general labouring duties as required.

Skills

Bitumen operations

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Safety mindset

Team player

Learning mindset

Job description

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan

We're looking for a Bitumen Sprayer Operator to join our surfacing team in Christchurch. In this role, you'll operate our sprayer, support spray sealing works, and help deliver safer, high-quality roads for the communities we work in.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

This is a hands-on role for someone who knows their way around bitumen operations and takes real pride in getting the job done right. You'll be out on site, working closely with the crew to deliver spray sealing activities safely, on time and to a high standard. Good Work matters here, and in this role, you'll play a big part in keeping plant running well, work moving, and safety front and centre every day.

This is a permanent full-time role with a minimum of 40 hours per week, your hours will usually be worked between Monday to Friday, however you may be required to work weekends as and when required. The hourly wage ranges from NZ$32.00 to NZ$42.00 depending on experience. This role is based in Christchurch, and you will have the opportunity to travel all over the South Island.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Operate the bitumen sprayer to deliver spray sealing work safely, efficiently and to quality standards.
• Complete pre-start checks and make sure plant is inducted, fit for purpose and ready for the day's work.
• Load, unload and move equipment to and from worksites, while handling bituminous products and supporting aggregate spreading and rolling activities.
• Take ownership of the day-to-day running of the sprayer and follow work plans set by the Supervisor.
• Put safety first by speaking up, following site controls, reporting incidents and helping the team find better, safer ways of working.
• Assist with general labouring duties as and when required.

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

• Flexibility to work away from home and on shift as required.
• A full clean Class 4 drivers licence, WTR and Dangerous Goods endorsement.
• Previous bitumen and emulsion handling experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• The ability to problem solve in a fast-paced team environment.
• A strong safety mindset, good judgement and the confidence to push pause when something's not right.
• A reliable, team-focused approach with a practical attitude, pride in your work and a willingness to learn and grow.

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

• 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.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets - from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.

Learn more about us at Homepage - Fulton Hogan and apply to be part of our growing industry.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.