Construction Foreperson

Fulton Hogan; Alexandra; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top-up

Training and development

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan in Central Otago is seeking a permanent, full-time Final Trim Grader Foreperson to lead on-site crews and operate grader equipment for precise final trim and finishing works across pavement projects.

You will coordinate plant, labour and subcontractors, mentor operators, and ensure delivery to programme while upholding health, safety, environmental and quality standards. Strong GPS/machine-control experience is preferred and you will lead from the front to build capability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating graders in civil construction.
• Extensive final trim and GPS machine control experience.
• Experience leading crews as Foreperson or Senior Operator.
• Strong earthworks, pavements, civil construction knowledge.
• Ability to read plans and coordinate daily activities.
• Commitment to health, safety, environment and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead site crews to deliver construction activities to programme.
• Operate grader to achieve final trim and surface requirements.
• Use GPS and machine control to achieve accurate levels.
• Plan daily activities and allocate resources.
• Conduct pre-start meetings and promote safety culture.
• Work with Supervisors, Engineers and Project Managers.
• Monitor productivity and workmanship standards.
• Mentor operators and crew members.
• Complete site documentation, inspections and reporting.

Skills

Grader operation

GPS machine control

Team leadership

Health & safety leadership

Plan and organise

Tools

Grader equipment license

GPS guidance systems

Job description

We're looking for a permanent, full-time Final Trim Grader Foreperson to join our Construction team in Central Otago. You'll lead crews on-site while operating grader equipment to deliver high-quality final trim and finishing works across a range of pavement construction projects. Combining hands‑on expertise with strong leadership, you'll play a key role in safely delivering projects that create, connect and care for our communities.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

As a Final Trim Grader Foreperson, you'll lead the day-to-day delivery of earthworks, pavement and civil construction activities while remaining actively involved in machine operations. You'll use your advanced grading skills and GPS machine control experience to achieve accurate construction outcomes while coordinating crews, plant and subcontractors on site. This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys leading from the front, mentoring others and taking pride in delivering quality work safely and efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate site crews to safely deliver construction activities to programme.
• Operate grader equipment to achieve precise final trim and finished surface requirements.
• Utilise GPS and machine control technology to deliver accurate levels and specifications.
• Plan daily activities, allocate resources and coordinate plant, labour and materials.
• Conduct pre-start meetings and promote a positive safety culture across the team.
• Work closely with Supervisors, Engineers and Project Managers to achieve project milestones.
• Monitor productivity, quality and workmanship standards across site operations.
• Mentor and develop operators and crew members to build capability within the team.
• Complete site documentation, inspections and reporting requirements.

We're looking for someone with

• Proven experience operating graders in a civil construction environment.
• Extensive final trim and GPS machine control experience.
• Previous experience leading crews as a Foreperson, Leading Hand or Senior Operator.
• Strong understanding of earthworks, pavements and civil construction methodologies.
• Ability to read plans, set priorities and coordinate day‑to‑day construction activities.
• A demonstrated commitment to health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Strong communication and people leadership skills.
• Class 2, 4 or 5 licence and relevant endorsements preferred.
• A positive attitude and commitment to Fulton Hogan's REAL values.

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.

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

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.