Specialist Operator - Grader

Fulton Hogan; Kaitaia; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance after eligibility

Life insurance after eligibility

KiwiSaver employer contributions up to

Parental leave top up and return-to‑工作

Ongoing training and career growth

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan is seeking an experienced Grader Operator to join our team and help deliver good work on our projects. This hands-on role requires safe, efficient operation of grading plant and strong collaboration with the site crew to keep work moving to plan.

You will perform pre-starts, checks, and basic maintenance, follow the programme, and maintain a safety-first mindset. A practical, team-focused approach is essential.

Qualifications

• A current Class 4 driver licence is essential.
• W, T, R endorsements are essential.
• Minimum Level 1 Traffic Controller certification.
• Proven grading/construction experience, ideally building new roads.
• Strong focus on safety, quality and doing the job right first time.
• Reliable, practical, team-focused approach with willingness to learn and get stuck in.

Responsibilities

• Operate the grader safely and efficiently to support road construction and maintenance works.
• Complete pre-starts, plant checks, and basic maintenance before machinery is operated.
• Follow the work programme and site instructions to keep delivery on track.
• Take safety seriously by speaking up and reporting incidents, near misses and hazards.
• Look for smarter, safer ways of working and contribute to a team culture built on respect and reliability.

Skills

Class 4 driver licence

W, T, R endorsements

Traffic Controller certification (LT2)

Grading experience

Safety mindset

Team-focused

Job description

Mō te tūranga | About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Grader Operator to join our team and help deliver good work across our projects. This is a hands‑on role for someone who knows how to get the job done safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

You’ll be trusted to operate grading plant professionally, support the wider site crew, and keep work moving to plan. It’s a role for someone who takes pride in doing solid work, and backs their team.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Operate the grader safely and efficiently to support road construction and maintenance works.


• Complete pre-starts, plant checks, and basic maintenance before machinery is operated.


• Follow the work programme and site instructions from your supervisor or foreperson to keep delivery on track.


• Take safety seriously by speaking up, using stay safe questions, and reporting incidents, near misses, and hazards.


• Look for smarter, safer ways of working and contribute to a team culture built on respect, reliability, and good work.

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

• A current Class 4 driver licence essential.


• W, T, R endorsements essential.


• Minimum Level 1 Traffic Controller certification.


• Proven construction grading experience, ideally building new roads.


• A strong focus on safety, quality, and doing the job right the first time.


• A reliable, practical, team-focused approach with a willingness to learn and get stuck in.

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. You’ll have access to:

• 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

At Fulton Hogan, good work is what we do and how we do it. We’re friendly, and forward moving. Titles matter less than ideas, and we back our people to speak up, step up, and keep growing.

We take the work seriously, not ourselves. That means a team that looks out for each other, keeps standards high, and shares a laugh along the way. If you want to be part of a crew that values safety, low ego, and getting stuck in, you’ll fit right in here.