Machine Operator

Fulton Hogan; Murchison; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions up to

Parental leave top-up

Training & progression opportunities

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan is seeking an experienced Plant Operator to join our Murchison maintenance team. You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of construction equipment on projects for internal and external clients in the Murchison area.

Reporting to the Supervisor, you will conduct pre-start checks, operate heavy plant, maintain records on a tablet, and support day-to-day site tasks while staying compliant with safety and quality requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum Class 4 driver’s license; Class 5 preferred.
• Experience operating road construction plant and heavy equipment.
• Experience in road maintenance projects.
• Extensive earthworks and heavy plant machinery experience.
• Able to work independently or in a team.
• Strong safety focus and good safety record.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-start and machinery checks.
• Operate heavy vehicles and road construction equipment, including general maintenance to best practice.
• Complete job records on tablet-based systems.
• Take personal responsibility for safety of workmates, environment, public and yourself.
• Complete physical labour tasks as required.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant job and work instructions.
• Be available for on-call work.
• Be flexible to work with a road maintenance team.
• Assist the Supervisor with day-to-day maintenance of plant and site tasks.

Skills

Class 4 license

Road construction equipment

Road maintenance experience

Earthworks experience

Safety-focused

Job description

Role Title: Plant Operator

Location: Murchison

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Join us at Fulton Hogan

Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable and making it happen. We live by our REAL values – Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude, Leadership – and we demonstrate these through the good work we do, every day, as one team.

The Opportunity

Due to staff movements, we are looking for an experienced plant operator to join our Murchison maintenance team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team in a role that is both rewarding and challenging. Reporting to the Supervisor, Murchison you will primarily be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various items of construction equipment and heavy plant. You will be working on projects for internal and external customers in the Murchison area while complying with all relevant code of practice and quality requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Complete all necessary pre-start and machinery checks
• Operate heavy vehicles, and other road construction equipment, including general

maintenance to best practice

• Complete job records for worked completed (tablet based)
• Take personal responsibility for the safety of your workmates, the environment, public and yourself
• Complete physical labour tasks as required
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with the relevant job and work instruction.
• Be available for ‘On Call’ work
• Be flexible to work with a road maintenance team
• Assist the Supervisor with day-to-day maintenance of plant and other site tasks

We’re looking for someone with

• Minimum Class 4 driver’s license (Class 5 preferred)
• Road Construction and Operator experience
• Road Maintenance experience
• Extensive earthworks & heavy plant machinery experience
• Able to work both independently or as a team
• An unwavering commitment towards living safely with a safety record to match
• Be a reliable individual with a strong work ethic

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

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 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

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.

Learn more about us at Homepage - Fulton Hogan and apply to be part of our growing industry.

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