Emulsion Sprayer Operator

Advanced Personnel Services; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Personnel Services in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Emulsion Sprayer Operator to join a busy road surfacing team on infrastructure projects. You will operate emulsions, support sealing crews, and contribute to quality workmanship on demanding conditions.

The role suits someone with bitumen or emulsion spraying experience, with Class 5 preferred or Class 4 considered. A solid focus on safety and accuracy will help you progress in a busy civil construction environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with bitumen or emulsion spraying.
• Strong commitment to quality workmanship.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operating emulsion spraying equipment.
• Working within road sealing crews.
• Maintaining spray quality standards.
• Following strict health and safety procedures.

Skills

Emulsion spraying

Road surfacing operations

Safety awareness

Licence handling

Tools

Emulsion sprayer equipment

Job description

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Advanced Personnel Services – Christchurch, South Island

Are you an experienced Emulsion Sprayer Operator who takes pride in quality workmanship and understands the importance of getting every application right the first time?

We're looking for a skilled operator to join a busy road surfacing team working on a variety of infrastructure projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a role within a specialist area of the civil construction industry where experienced operators are highly valued.

You’ll be working alongside experienced professionals delivering critical road maintenance and surfacing projects that keep New Zealand communities connected. The successful candidate will bring previous bitumen or emulsion spraying experience, a strong understanding of safe work practices, and a commitment to quality outcomes.

Whether you’re an experienced Class 5 operator or a Class 4 driver looking to take the next step in your career, we’d like to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

• Operating emulsion spraying equipment
• Working within road sealing crews
• Maintaining spray quality standards
• Following strict health and safety procedures

About you

• Previous bitumen or emulsion spraying experience
• Class 5 Licence preferred
• Class 4 Licence considered
• Strong understanding of surfacing operations
• Commitment to quality and safety
• Ongoing roading projects
• Career development and progression
• Support for licence progression where applicable