Bitumen Sprayer Operator — Build Safer, High‑Quality Roads

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver contributions

Parental leave top-up

Training and development

Retailer discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan in Christchurch is seeking a Bitumen Sprayer Operator to join our surfacing team. You\'ll operate the bitumen sprayer, support spray sealing works and help deliver high-quality roads. This permanent, full‑time role requires 40 hours per week with occasional weekend work.

Based in Christchurch, travel across the South Island is expected. We value safety, practical problem solving, and a collaborative approach, with training and progression opportunities and a range of employee

Qualifications

• Full clean Class 4 drivers licence and WTR/DG endorsements.
• Experience handling bitumen and emulsions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Proactive safety mindset and teamwork.
• Ability to operate a bitumen sprayer and follow work plans.
• Willingness to travel across the South Island.

Responsibilities

• Operate the bitumen sprayer to deliver spray sealing work safely, efficiently and to quality standards.
• Complete pre-start checks and ensure plant is inducted and ready for the day.
• Load, unload and move equipment to and from worksites, handling bituminous products and supporting spreading/rolling activities.
• Take ownership of day-to-day sprayer operations and follow plans set by the Supervisor.
• Put safety first by following site controls, reporting incidents and improving practices.
• Assist with general labouring duties as required.

Skills

Class 4 licence

WTR endorsement

Dangerous Goods endorsement

Bitumen handling experience

Mechanical aptitude

Safety minded, team player

Job description

Fulton Hogan in Christchurch is seeking a Bitumen Sprayer Operator to join our surfacing team. You\'ll operate the bitumen sprayer, support spray sealing works and help deliver high-quality roads. This permanent, full‑time role requires 40 hours per week with occasional weekend work.

Based in Christchurch, travel across the South Island is expected. We value safety, practical problem solving, and a collaborative approach, with training and progression opportunities and a range of employee