Machine Operator - Central Highways

Fulton Hogan Ltd; Alexandra; Hybrid; NZD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top-up

Ongoing training and development

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan Ltd is seeking a hands-on plant operator to support state highway maintenance in Central Otago. You will operate a range of plant, perform drainage, pavement repairs and earthworks, and contribute to the safe, efficient delivery of works.

You will hold a Class 2–5 licence with WTR endorsements, a strong health and safety mindset, and the ability to work well in a team. Training and development opportunities are available to support career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience operating civil construction plant and roading maintenance is advantageous.
• Must have Class 2, 4 or 5 Driver Licence and WTR endorsements.
• Strong health and safety commitment; good problem-solving and teamwork.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, loaders, rollers, graders, and other plant safely and efficiently.
• Carry out drainage, surfacing and pavement repairs and renewals, earthworks and general civil works.
• Complete daily plant inspections and basic maintenance.
• Support traffic management and emergency response activities.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Work with the wider team to deliver safe, productive outcomes.

Skills

Class 2 Driver Licence

WTR endorsements

Problem solving

Teamwork

Health and safety mindset

Tools

Excavators & plant equipment

Job description

Location: Central Otago

Contract Type: Permanent Full Time

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan

Fulton Hogan holds the NZTA Integrated Delivery Contract (IDC) for Central Otago, delivering state highway maintenance services across the network. The contract, secured for a 10-year term, encompasses all aspects of network maintenance, including cyclic maintenance activities, vegetation management, incident response, winter maintenance services, minor capital works projects, and pavement, surfacing, and drainage repairs and renewals.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

This is a hands‑on role working across state highway maintenance, drainage and pavement repairs and renewals, earthworks, and emergency response activities. You'll operate a range of machinery, work as part of a high‑performing crew, and contribute to the safe and efficient delivery of works across the network.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Operate excavators, loaders, rollers, graders, and other plant safely and efficiently.
• Carry out drainage, surfacing and pavement repairs and renewals, earthworks, and general civil works.
• Complete daily plant inspections and basic maintenance.
• Support traffic management and emergency response activities.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Work with the wider team to deliver safe, productive outcomes.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with Class 2, 4 or 5 Driver Licence. WTR endorsements.

Experience operating civil construction plant and equipment and roading, maintenance, or civil construction experience is an advantage, but not a requirement.

A strong commitment to health and safety.

Good problem‑solving skills and a practical approach.

A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

The ability to work well as part of a team.

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

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.