Leading Hand

fultonhogan; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top up

Training & development

Staff discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan in Auckland is seeking a hands-on Leading Hand to join our civil construction team. You’ll support the Foreperson, operate machinery, and keep daily work flowing on site.

You’ll bring a valid Class 2 licence with W, T and R endorsements, plus site experience, safety mindset, and the ability to guide less experienced crew members. We offer ongoing training, KiwiSaver contributions, and a supportive team culture that backs good work.

Qualifications

• Current Class 2 licence and W, T, R endorsements.
• Experience working on civil or construction sites, including traffic management requirements.
• STMS Level 1 and First Aid certification preferred.
• A practical mindset and confidence with hands-on, outdoor work in varying conditions.
• A reliable, proactive, team-focused attitude and pride in doing good work.

Responsibilities

• Support daily workflow on site and help the team deliver work safely, on time, and to a high standard.
• Complete labouring and machine operating tasks, including equipment checks, material handling, and maintaining a clean and tidy site.
• Take part in pre-starts, understand hazards and controls, and follow all safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Operate machinery and tools safely and only when trained, competent and licensed to do so.
• Help guide less experienced team members and step into the Foreperson's role when required.

Skills

Class 2 licence

Endorsements WTR

Civil/site experience

STMS Level 1

First Aid

Team leadership

Job description

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Want a role where you can lead from the front without the big ego stuff? We're looking for a Leading Hand to join Fulton Hogan and help deliver good work with a crew that backs each other. This is a practical, hands-on role where you'll support the Foreperson or Supervisor, operate machinery, help keep daily work flowing, and step up when needed. You'll be trusted to bring the right attitude, work safely, and help lift the people around you.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Support daily workflow on site and help the team deliver work safely, on time, and to a high standard.
• Complete labouring and machine operating tasks, including equipment checks, material handling, and maintaining a clean and tidy site.
• Take part in pre-starts, understand hazards and controls, and follow all safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Operate machinery and tools safely and only when trained, competent and licensed to do so.
• Help guide less experienced team members and step into the Foreperson's role when required.

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

• Current Class 2 licence and W, T, R endorsements.
• Experience working on civil or construction sites, including traffic management requirements.
• STMS Level 1 and First Aid certification preferred.
• A practical mindset and confidence with hands-on, outdoor work in varying conditions.
• A reliable, proactive, team-focused attitude and pride in doing good work.

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

• 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

At Fulton Hogan, Good Work isn't just what we do. It's how we do it. We're not big on hierarchy or red tape. We work side by side, back good ideas, and trust our people to make an impact. We're serious about safety, delivery, and quality. But we're also human. We take the work seriously, not ourselves. If you want to be part of a team that's down to earth, forward moving, and up for the challenge, you'll feel right at home here.