Foreperson - Asphalt Paving

Higgins; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

40 hours per week

KiwiSaver employer contribution 4%

Upskilling opportunities

Retail discounts

Z fuel discounts

Job summary

Higgins is seeking an experienced Foreperson to join our team delivering asphalt surfacing projects across the Bay of Plenty. This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating people, plant and materials while keeping work moving safely and efficiently.

You will lead crews daily, plan activities, monitor progress and quality, and collaborate with subcontractors and traffic teams. A Class 1 Driver Licence is preferred; KiwiSaver and upskilling opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in asphalt surfacing, road maintenance or civil construction.
• Experience leading crews or coordinating site operations in a fast-paced setting.
• A Class 1 Driver Licence, with WTR endorsements highly regarded
• Clear communication skills and a commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise asphalt surfacing crews across daily site operations
• Plan work activities, coordinate resources and manage site readiness
• Monitor productivity, progress and quality outcomes throughout each shift
• Drive a strong safety culture through pre-starts, risk management and team leadership
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers and traffic management teams on site
• Coach, support and develop crew members while maintaining high performance standards

Skills

Leadership

Planning and coordination

People management

Communication

Job description

Description

We're looking for an experienced Foreperson to join our team and help deliver asphalt surfacing projects across the Bay of Plenty.

As a Foreperson, you'll lead crews delivering asphalt surfacing works across a variety of projects. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll coordinate people, plant and materials, keep work moving safely and efficiently, and ensure quality standards are met from start to finish.

In this role, you will

• Lead and supervise asphalt surfacing crews across daily site operations
• Plan work activities, coordinate resources and manage site readiness
• Monitor productivity, progress and quality outcomes throughout each shift
• Drive a strong safety culture through pre-starts, risk management and team leadership
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers and traffic management teams on site
• Coach, support and develop crew members while maintaining high performance standards

What You'll Bring To The Role

• Proven experience in asphalt surfacing, road maintenance or civil construction environments
• Experience leading crews or coordinating site operations in a fast-paced setting
• Strong knowledge of asphalt surfacing methods, site sequencing and construction activities
• Ability to plan ahead, solve problems and adapt to changing site conditions
• A Class 1 Driver Licence, with WTR endorsements highly regarded
• Clear communication skills and a commitment to safety, quality and teamwork

Why join us

• Competitive hourly rate
• Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
• KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
• Opportunity to upskill and gain further licenses
• Retail discounts for you and your family to enjoy
• Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth – because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check – you’ll need to be fit for work!

We’re with you on the road ahead

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