Operator

fultonhogan; Greymouth; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 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 an experienced Operator to join our West Coast IDC team to ensure the safe and reliable delivery of infrastructure maintenance across the region. This hands-on role supports day-to-day operations, working with crews to maintain equipment and complete tasks to high safety standards.

You will operate plant and machinery across IDC works, conduct pre-start checks, and contribute to a strong safety culture while delivering quality work on site.

Qualifications

• Experience operating plant and machinery in a maintenance-based role.
• Class 2 Licence with WTR endorsements.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions on the West Coast.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and doing the job right the first time.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant, machinery, and equipment safely and efficiently across IDC contract works.
• Support day-to-day maintenance, construction, and operational activities on sites across the West Coast.
• Complete pre-start checks, basic maintenance, and housekeeping of plant and equipment.
• Work closely with site crews and supervisors to deliver work on time, to specification, and to a high safety standard.
• Identify hazards, follow site controls, and contribute to a strong safety and wellbeing culture.

Skills

Plant operation experience

Team-focused

Safety conscious

Education

Class 2 Licence with WTR endorsements

Job description

Mō te tūranga | About the role

We're looking for an experienced Operator to join our West Coast IDC team to support the continuous delivery of good work across the West Coast network. This is a hands‑on role supporting the safe and reliable delivery of infrastructure and maintenance works across the region. You'll be part of a crew that backs each other, takes pride in doing Good Work, and knows when to switch on and deliver to a high standard.

The West Coast IDC contract involves roading maintenance, renewals and operational work for 870kms of state highways within the district, stretching from Haast in the south to Mokihinui in the north, and across to the main divide of the Southern Alps.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Operate plant, machinery, and equipment safely and efficiently across IDC contract works.
• Support day‑to‑day maintenance, construction, and operational activities on sites across the West Coast.
• Complete pre‑start checks, basic maintenance, and housekeeping of plant and equipment.
• Work closely with site crews and supervisors to deliver work on time, to specification, and to a high safety standard.
• Identify hazards, follow site controls, and contribute to a strong safety and wellbeing culture.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We're looking for someone with

• Experience operating plant and machinery in a similar maintenance‑based role.
• Class 2 Licence and WTR endorsements.
• Confidence working outdoors in varying weather conditions, across different work sites on the West Coast.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality, and doing the job right the first time.
• A reliable, team‑focused approach and the ability to carry out the inherent requirements of the role.

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.

• 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.