Operator

Fletcher Building Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fuel discounts

Free pie & coffee

KiwiSaver match 4%

Family benefits

Job summary

Higgins is seeking an Operator to join our Paving Crew in Christchurch. This permanent, full-time role involves working outdoors, operating plant and machinery to support asphalt paving projects, and contributing to safe, high-quality delivery.

You’ll bring a full Class 1 licence, civil construction experience, and a proactive, team-focused attitude. We offer long-term work, opportunities to upskill, and employee benefits including KiwiSaver and discounts.

Qualifications

• Full Class 1 licence is required.
• Experience operating plant and machinery in civil construction or paving environments.
• Experience with paving crews is preferred.
• Safety-focused attitude and physical fitness for outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and machinery to support asphalt paving projects.
• Contribute to safe and efficient delivery of works.
• Work as part of the Higgins paving crew in outdoor conditions.

Skills

Full Class 1 licence

Plant & machinery operator

Civil construction / roading

Paving crew experience

Safety‑first attitude

Physically fit

Team player

Flexible & reliable

Willingness to learn

Job description

Our Higgins Team is on the lookout for an Operator to join our Paving Crew in Christchurch.

This is a permanent, full-time position working a minimum of 40 hours per week. In this role, you’ll be involved in a range of paving activities and operate various plant and machinery to support the safe and efficient delivery of asphalt paving projects.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and is committed to delivering quality results.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Full Class 1 licence (Class 2 and WTR advantageous)
• Previous experience operating plant and machinery within civil construction, roading, or asphalt paving environments
• Experience working with paving crews is preferred
• A safety-first attitude – for yourself, your teammates, and the public
• Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced outdoor environment
• Team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Flexible, reliable, and committed to getting the job done
• Passion for the civil construction industry and a willingness to learn

Come join the Higgins team:

• Permanent, full-time role with long-term work
• Opportunities to upskill and gain further training and qualifications
• Supportive team culture where everyone looks out for each other
• Z fuel discounts, including a monthly free pie and coffee
• KiwiSaver employer contributions matched up to 4%
• Great benefits for you and your whānau

Higgins is a leading roading and civil infrastructure company in New Zealand. We are on a dynamic growth path with people at the heart of what we do every day. We offer a great working environment, competitive hourly rates, subsidised medical insurance, and subsidised education and training for you and your dependants.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, along with a health check – you’ll need to be fit for work!

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements.

We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.