Lead Paving Foreman – Asphalt & Roadway Projects

Kirimana Consultants; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Weekly payroll

Full-time employment with entitlements

Opportunities for ongoing projects

Job summary

Kirimana Consultants in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Paving Foreman to lead day-to-day surfacing and asphalt paving activities across roading and civil projects. The role ensures works are completed safely, to specification and on programme, while coordinating crews and plant resources.

You will supervise paving crews, plan schedules, operate paving equipment, and uphold safety and quality standards across multiple sites in Canterbury.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising paving crews on civil projects.
• Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate paving activities.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Excellent communication with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead paving crews, including operators, labourers and subcontractors.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate paving activities to meet programmes.
• Operate paving plant and equipment as required.
• Ensure works meet specification and quality standards.
• Maintain daily production records and site documentation.
• Enforce health, safety, and environmental policies on site.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and traffic management personnel.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Planning & coordinating

Equipment operation

Tools

Paving plant equipment

Pavers

Rollers

Chip spreaders

Bitumen sprayers

Job description

Kirimana Consultants in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Paving Foreman to lead day-to-day surfacing and asphalt paving activities across roading and civil projects. The role ensures works are completed safely, to specification and on programme, while coordinating crews and plant resources.

You will supervise paving crews, plan schedules, operate paving equipment, and uphold safety and quality standards across multiple sites in Canterbury.