Machine Operator

Fulton Hogan; Cromwell Community; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top‑up

Training and development

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan is seeking a Pavement Construction Operator in Central Otago. You will operate civil construction machinery, support pavement projects, and join experienced crews delivering essential infrastructure.

This is a hands-on, outdoor role working across multiple project sites, with emphasis on safety and teamwork. You will complete daily machine inspections, work to plans and quality standards, and contribute to a positive site culture.

Qualifications

• Experience operating construction and earthmoving machinery in civil construction.
• Commitment to health, safety and environmental practices.
• Ability to follow plans, instructions and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of civil construction plant and machinery safely and efficiently.
• Deliver pavement construction and rehabilitation works across roading projects.
• Complete daily inspections and maintenance checks on equipment.
• Collaborate with supervisors, drivers and crews to achieve project objectives.
• Adhere to health, safety, environmental and quality requirements on site.

Skills

Machinery operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Plan and instruction adherence

Education

NZ Driver Licence Class 1

Job description

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Role Title: Pavement Construction Operator

Location: Central Otago

Contract Type: Permanent Full Time

We're looking for a Machine Operator to join our Construction Team in Central Otago. You'll operate a range of civil construction machinery, support pavement construction activities, and work alongside experienced crews delivering essential infrastructure projects. Your work will help build and maintain safer roads and transport networks that connect and enhance communities across the region.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

As a Machine Operator, you'll play a key role in delivering a variety of civil construction and pavement projects throughout Central Otago. This is a hands-on, outdoor role working across multiple project sites, including subdivision developments, road rehabilitation works, and major capital projects. You'll operate machinery safely and efficiently while contributing to high-quality project outcomes and maintaining Fulton Hogan's strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and excellence.

• Operate a range of construction plant and machinery safely and efficiently, including rollers, loaders, excavators, and other civil construction equipment.
• Deliver high-quality pavement construction and rehabilitation works across roading and infrastructure projects.
• Complete daily machine inspections, maintenance checks, and basic servicing activities.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, drivers, and construction crews to achieve project objectives.
• Adhere to all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements on site.
• Support general construction activities as required and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents, and improvement opportunities to maintain a safe workplace.
• Full Class 1 and Class 2 New Zealand Driver Licences.
• Experience operating construction and earthmoving machinery within civil construction environments.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental practices.
• Proven ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to positive site culture.
• Good communication skills and a proactive, positive attitude.
• Ability to follow plans, instructions, and quality standards.
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and pride in delivering quality outcomes.
• Experience in pavement construction, roading, subdivision works, or infrastructure projects would be advantageous.

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You’ll have access to:

• 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.

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets – from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.