Civil Operator

Fulton Hogan; Greymouth; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver contributions

Parental leave top‑up

Job summary

Fulton Hogan in Greymouth is seeking a Civil Operator to join our busy civil construction team. You’ll operate a range of plant and machinery to support civil and roading works safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

This hands‑on role suits someone who takes pride in doing good work, backs their team, and can work well in a fast‑paced environment. A Full Class 1 licence with WTR endorsements is required, along with recent civil construction experience and a proactive safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Full Class 1 licence with WTR endorsements; Class 2 advantageous.
• Recent and relevant experience in civil construction.
• Proactive approach to health, safety and wellbeing.
• Strong focus on quality and getting the job done right.
• Reliable, accountable and team‑focused attitude.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and machinery safely and efficiently on civil/roading works.
• Carry out skilled tasks as directed by supervisor or team leader.
• Maintain equipment and perform routine machinery checks.
• Support the team to deliver work on time and to a high-quality standard.
• Contribute to a strong safety culture on site.

Skills

Full Class 1 licence

WTR endorsements

Civil construction experience

Health & safety mindset

Quality focus

Team-oriented attitude

Job description

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Join us as a Civil Operator in Greymouth. This is a hands‑on role in our busy Civil Construction team, where you’ll operate a range of plant and machinery to support civil and roading works safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

This is a role for someone who likes getting stuck in, takes pride in doing good work, and backs their team. You’ll work alongside good people, be trusted to do the job well, and help deliver work that matters for the local community.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Operate plant and machinery safely and efficiently across civil and roading works.
• Carry out skilled tasks as directed by your supervisor or team leader.
• Maintain equipment in a professional manner and complete machinery checks.
• Support the team to deliver work on time and to a high-quality standard.
• Contribute to a strong safety culture on site, because when it counts, we look after each other.

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

• A Full Class 1 licence and WTR endorsements (Class 2 is advantageous).
• Recent and relevant experience in the civil construction industry.
• A proactive approach to health, safety and wellbeing.
• A strong focus on quality and getting the job done right.
• A reliable, accountable and team-focused attitude.
• The ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.

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:

• 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.