Lead Surfacing Foreperson – Asphalt & Paving Crew

Higgins; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development

Leadership opportunities

Ongoing training

Supportive culture

KiwiSaver match

Fuel discounts

Job summary

Higgins is seeking an experienced and motivated Surfacing Foreperson to lead the Napier team on Hawke's Bay projects. Take ownership of daily surfacing operations, ensure safety, quality and timely delivery while mentoring crew members.

You'll coordinate resources, work closely with clients and stakeholders, and help drive continuous improvement in asphalt paving, chip sealing and site performance. Night shifts and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in road surfacing, asphalt paving, chip sealing, or civil construction.
• Previous supervisory or foreperson roles.
• Full Class 2 Driver Licence (Class 4 and WTR endorsements advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily surfacing operations, ensuring safety and high-quality outcomes.
• Plan and coordinate resources, plant, and materials.
• Supervise asphalt paving, chip sealing, and surfacing activities to meet targets.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are met.
• Communicate effectively with crew, subcontractors, clients and stakeholders.
• Monitor programme delivery, quality requirements and site performance.
• Mentor team members to develop skills and capabilities.
• Operate surfacing plant/equipment as needed and assist on-site tasks.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and efficiencies.

Skills

Road surfacing

Crew leadership

Planning & coordination

Safe work practices

People development

Communication

Problem solving

Night shift flexibility

Job description

Higgins is seeking an experienced and motivated Surfacing Foreperson to lead the Napier team on Hawke's Bay projects. Take ownership of daily surfacing operations, ensure safety, quality and timely delivery while mentoring crew members.

You'll coordinate resources, work closely with clients and stakeholders, and help drive continuous improvement in asphalt paving, chip sealing and site performance. Night shifts and weekend work may be required.