Machine Operator

Fulton Hogan Ltd; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top-up

Training and development

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan Ltd in Murchison is seeking an experienced Plant Operator to join our maintenance team. You will operate heavy plant and construction equipment safely, perform pre-start checks and keep accurate job records.

Reporting to the Supervisor, you will work on internal and external projects, be flexible for on-call shifts, and contribute to a culture of safe, high-quality workmanship across New Zealand sites.

Qualifications

• Valid 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.

Responsibilities

• Complete all necessary pre-start and machinery checks.
• Operate heavy vehicles and road construction equipment, including general maintenance to best practice.
• Complete job records for work 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.

Skills

Class 4 license

Road construction experience

Road maintenance experience

Earthworks experience

Team player

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

Requirements

• 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

About us

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.

We are driven by fresh ideas and opportunities. We aim to do more and do better – for our people, our communities and the countries that we work in. As an employer, we know this relationship is a two-way street. We’re always looking for people who are passionate about the work they do. If that’s you, we’d like to invite you to become part of our family and join us in the good work we do.