Road Sprayer Operator

The Isaac Construction Co Limited; Timaru; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Job summary

The Isaac Construction Co Limited in Timaru is seeking a hands-on Sprayer Operator to apply bitumen and emulsion as part of surfacing and rehabilitation projects on South Canterbury IDC roads.

You will operate chip sealing sprayer, set up spray patterns, coordinate with crew, and uphold health and safety standards while working outdoors in varied weather. Permanent, 40 hours per week, with ongoing training and career progression; NZ Class 2 licence and right to work required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating chip sealing sprayer in civil surfacing environments.
• Ability to read job specifications and spot hazards.
• Able to work as part of a crew and follow site supervisor instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate chip sealing sprayer to apply bitumen and emulsion safely and effectively.
• Set up spray patterns, application rates and widths per project specs.
• Coordinate with crew, rollers, pavers and traffic management on site.
• Promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture and follow control measures.

Skills

Chip sealing sprayer operation

Site communication

Health and safety

Education

NZ Class 2 licence

Job description

About the Contract - South Canterbury Integrated Delivery Contracts (IDC)

New Zealand’s state highways are more than roads. They are the lifelines that connect our communities, fuel our economy, and keep people moving safely every day. NZTA/Waka Kotahi manage these highways through a series of Integrated Delivery Contracts (IDC). Isaac holds the South Canterbury IDC, encompassing SH1, SH8, SH77, SH78 (shortest State Highway in New Zealand at 938m long), SH79, SH80 and SH82.

The IDC focuses on maintaining, upgrading and preserving essential public infrastructure across these highways, including roads, bridges and drainage systems, alongside incident response. With such a large network to maintain, no two days are the same, providing a diverse and rewarding work environment with strong career progression opportunities.

About the Role - Sprayer Operator

This hands-on role will operate spraying equipment to apply bitumen and emulsion as part of surfacing and rehabilitation projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate chip sealing sprayer to apply bitumen and emulsion safely and effectively.

• Set up and check spray patterns, application rates and widths in accordance with job specifications and supervisor instructions.

• Coordinate with crew members, rollers, pavers and traffic management personnel to ensure efficient and safe operations on site.

• Promote and adhere to a strong health, safety and environmental culture; participate in toolbox talks, complete hazard assessments and follow control measures.

What you will bring:

• Previous experience operating chip sealing sprayer in civil surfacing environments.

• Practical understanding of spray controls, application rates, and basic plant maintenance.

• Ability to work as part of a crew, communicate clearly with colleagues and follow instructions from site supervisors.

• Strong commitment to health and safety, with experience completing site checks and following safe work procedures.

• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in a range of weather conditions and undertake manual tasks as required.

• Current and valid New Zealand Class 2 licence.

• Right to work in New Zealand.

In Return, We Offer:

• A permanent Timaru-based role with guaranteed hours (minimum 40 hours per week) and the opportunity to work on a variety of sealing projects across the region.

• Competitive hourly rate reflective of skills and experience, plus medical insurance.

• Ongoing training, plant upskilling and clear career progression opportunities within the business.

• Supportive, safety-first culture and a practical team environment.

Health & Safety:

As part of our commitment to safety and excellence, the successful candidate will undergo a pre-employment medical, which will include drug and alcohol screening.