Operator

Fletcher Building; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver employer contribution 4%

Fuel discounts with monthly pie and CO

Job summary

Higgins Hawke's Bay is seeking an experienced Operator to join our Surfacing & Sealing Team in Hawke's Bay. This hands-on role combines plant operation with surfacing and sealing activities, delivering road projects and maintaining quality outcomes with safety at the forefront.

You will work with crews to support chip sealing, asphalt paving, and site operations, while upholding health and safety standards and contributing to a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience operating civil construction or surfacing plant/Equipment.
• Proven ability to work safely in outdoor environments.
• Willingness to support crew and operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate rollers, loaders, tractors, and other surfacing plant.
• Support chip sealing, asphalt paving, and road maintenance tasks.
• Assist with site set-up, traffic management and daily operations.
• Load, unload and transport materials on site.
• Perform pre-start checks and maintain equipment.
• Monitor quality and ensure compliance with project specs.
• Collaborate with Forepersons and project teams to deliver programmes.
• Follow health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Assist with general labouring duties across surfacing operations.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and safe working environment.

Skills

Plant operation

Civil construction

Communication

Health & safety

Education

Class 2 Licence

Class 4 Licence (advantageous)

Tools

Rollers

Loaders

Spreaders

Job description

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Higgins Hawke's Bay is looking for an experienced and motivated Operator to join our Surfacing & Sealing Team. With a strong pipeline of work across the Hawke's Bay region, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing crew delivering road maintenance, chip sealing, asphalt surfacing, and infrastructure projects that keep our communities connected.

This is a hands-on role that combines plant operation with surfacing and sealing activities. You'll work alongside experienced crews to safely deliver quality outcomes while contributing to a positive team environment.

What you'll be doing

• Operating rollers, loaders, tractors, and other surfacing and sealing plant and equipment
• Supporting chip sealing, asphalt paving, and road maintenance operations
• Assisting with site set-up, traffic management, and daily operational activities
• Loading, unloading, and transporting materials on site
• Conducting pre-start checks and maintaining plant and equipment to a high standard
• Monitoring work quality and ensuring compliance with project specifications
• Working closely with Forepersons and Project Teams to deliver work programmes efficiently
• Following all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements
• Assisting with general labouring duties as required across surfacing operations
• Contributing to a positive team culture and safe working environment

What you'll bring

• Proven experience operating civil construction or surfacing plant and equipment
• Class 2 Licence as a minimum, with WTR endorsements preferred
• Previous experience in chip sealing, asphalt paving, road maintenance, or civil construction environments
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude
• Reliable, hardworking, and willing to support the wider crew when required
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Physical fitness and the ability to undertake manual work
• Class 4 Licence is advantageous
• Experience operating rollers, loaders, spreaders, or surfacing equipment is desirable but not essential

Why Join the Green Team?

• Competitive hourly rate
• Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to gain additional licences and qualifications
• Supportive team culture where everyone looks out for each other
• KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
• Z fuel discounts, including a monthly free pie and coffee
• Great benefits for you and your whānau

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you'll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

We're with you on the road ahead