Construction Operator with Class 4 or 5

Fulton Hogan; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Life Insurance

KiwiSaver contributions

Parental leave top up

Training & development

Career progression opportunities

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan in Hamilton is seeking an experienced Construction Operator with a Class 4 or 5 NZ Driver Licence to join our Construction crew. You will operate trucks and plant, support site works and help deliver high-quality outcomes across our projects in the region.

Based at the Hamilton branch, the role requires safety focus, reliability, and teamwork, with opportunities for ongoing training and career development as part of a supportive, customer-focused infrastructure company.

Qualifications

• Class 4 or 5 NZ driver licence with WTR endorsement.
• Minimum 3 years' civil construction experience.
• Proactive, accountable approach and pride in doing the job well.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Commitment to safety and ability to meet role requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Class 4 truck, including reversing and spreading aggregates.
• Transport plant and equipment using a Class 5 truck and trailer.
• Operate plant including a 10,000L watercart, rollers and loaders.
• Support site preparation and general construction activities across the crew.
• Work safely, follow site requirements, and deliver quality outcomes on time.

Skills

Driver Licence NZ Class 4/5

WTR endorsement

Civil construction experience

Safety-conscious

Teamwork & communication

Job description

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

We’re looking for an experienced Construction Operator with Class 4 or 5 Drivers Licence to join our Construction crew in Hamilton. You’ll operate trucks and plant, support site works and help deliver good work across our projects. If you like hands-on work, variety in your day, and being part of a team that backs each other, this could be your next move.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Based out of our Hamilton branch, this is a hands‑on role for an experienced Construction Operator with Class 4 or 5 NZ Drivers Licence. You’ll work across a mix of civil construction tasks, from driving and operating plant to helping with site preparation and day‑to‑day delivery. It’s a role where safety, reliability and a solid work ethic really matter.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Operate a Class 4 truck, including reversing and spreading aggregates.
• Transport plant and equipment using a Class 5 truck and trailer.
• Operate plant including a 10,000L watercart, rollers and loaders.
• Support site preparation and general construction activities across the crew.
• Work safely, follow site requirements, and help deliver quality outcomes on time.

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

• A Class 4 or 5 New Zealand driver licence and WTR endorsement.
• At least 3 years’ experience in civil construction or a similar role.
• A proactive, accountable approach and pride in doing the job well.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with others.
• A commitment to safety and the ability to carry out the inherent requirements of the role.

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. Around here, Good Work is how we show up too, with high expectations, low ego, and a team‑first approach. We take the work seriously, not ourselves.

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.