Quarry Operator

JobSpace; Waikato; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental leave top up

KiwiSaver 7% contributions

Career progression

Ongoing training

Retail discounts

Counselling services

Job summary

Stevenson, a subsidiary of Fulton Hogan, is seeking a hands-on quarry operator in Waikato. You’ll work with plant and equipment, support day‑to‑day production, and take ownership of your plant and work area while staying safety‑minded.

You’ll be part of a team that backs each other to keep production moving. The role offers medical and life insurance, parental leave top‑up, KiwiSaver contributions, career progression, ongoing training and development, and access to employee discounts and support

Qualifications

• Must have Full Class 2 licence.
• WTR is a must.
• Commitment to living safely with a strong safety record.

Responsibilities

• Operate quarry plant and equipment, including crushing plant and mobile machinery, to meet daily production needs.
• Carry out daily pre-starts, calibration checks, and basic plant maintenance to keep equipment ready for work.
• Maintain stockpiles, plant areas, and workspaces to a clean, tidy, and safe standard.
• Follow site procedures, identify hazards, and actively support safety, environmental, and quality expectations.
• Work closely with the team to deliver good service, respond to customer needs, and keep work moving.

Skills

Class 2 Licence

WTR

Safety focus

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

This is a hands-on role for someone who's comfortable around plant, production, and outdoor work. You will be part of the Tauhei Quarry team, operating equipment and supporting day to day quarry activities. We're after someone who can work safely, think on their feet, and take real ownership of their plant and work area.

You will work closely with your teammates, backing each other to deliver safe, efficient production. One day you might be on the loader or dump truck, the next you're doing basic plant maintenance, cleaning down the plant, or jumping in where the team needs you. When things get busy, you will stay calm, think ahead and help keep everything moving

We are looking for someone with:

• A Full Class 2 licence is compulsory
• WTR is a must
• An unwavering commitment towards living safely with a safety record to match
• Passion for the quarrying industry and willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Good attitude toward the care and maintenance of machinery
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Key responsibilities

• Operate quarry plant and equipment, including crushing plant and mobile machinery, to meet daily production needs.
• Carry out daily pre-starts, calibration checks, and basic plant maintenance to keep equipment ready for work.
• Maintain stockpiles, plant areas, and workspaces to a clean, tidy, and safe standard.
• Follow site procedures, identify hazards, and actively support safety, environmental, and quality expectations.
• Work closely with the team to deliver good service, respond to customer needs, and keep work moving.

What we offer

• Medical Insurance (Eligibility period applies)
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave top up with additional return to work support
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones up to 7%
• Career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and development, with opportunity to gain qualifications.
• Excellent discounts at a wide range of retailers
• Access to free confidential counselling and support services for you and your family

Stevenson (a subsidiary of Fulton Hogan) have a long history of successful quarrying, mining and civil engineering laboratory testing. We know we're only ever as good as our people, which is why we're committed to hiring, developing and retaining the best in the industry. Sounds like you? If you're ready to take on a new challenge and be part of a team that is dedicated to Living Safely,

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

You will need to have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.