Quarry Operator

Fulton Hogan; Nelson; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in Nelson is looking for an experienced Quarry Operator to join its team. The ideal candidate will have a Full Clean Class 2 Licence and experience operating heavy machinery. You will be responsible for completing pre-start checks, liaising with customers, and operating machinery. Join a collaborative team that values safety and quality standards in all operations.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Family scholarships

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Full Clean Class 2 Licence is required.
• Previous experience in a quarry environment operating heavy machinery is essential.
• A proactive approach to health and safety is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-start and machinery checks.
• Liaise with customers and team to fulfil requirements.
• Operate heavy machinery to load trucks and manage material.

Skills

Full Clean Class 2 Licence

Experience operating trucks/heavy machinery

Proactive health and safety approach

Effective communication skills

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Job description

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Role Title: Quarry Operator
Location: Nelson
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quarry Operator to join our close-knit Quarry team. We're looking for someone with a strong track record who's confident operating a variety of machinery.

This role is all about teamwork where success means working together, putting the team first, and helping deliver outstanding results for our customers.

We value operators who are focused on supporting their work mates more than standing out as individuals, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.

If you're keen to contribute your expertise as a part of our crew, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Complete all necessary pre-start and machinery checks.
• Liaise with customers and the team on site to fulfil their requirements.
• Operate heavy machinery to load customer trucks, stockpile material and feed the crusher plant as required.
• Assist Quarry Manager with day-to-day maintenance of plant and other site tasks.

What you'll bring to the table

• Full Clean Class 2 Licence
• Previous experience operating trucks/heavy machinery in a quarry environment
• A proactive approach towards health and safety - it's our #1 priority.
• Flexibility to perform various daily tasks and grow with the team
• The ability to communicate effectively within a team environment.
• A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and upskill
• Medical insurance
• Life insurance
• KiwiSaver employer contributions
• Family scholarships.
• Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities.
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

About Fulton Hogan

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.

Creating, Connecting and caring for the community

Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact, sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure.

All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen.

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