Specialist Operator - Grader

Fulton Hogan Ltd; Kaitaia; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top up

Training & progression

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan Ltd in Kaitaia is seeking an experienced Grader Operator to support road construction and maintenance. You will operate grading equipment safely, perform pre-starts, and help keep the programme on track.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, teamwork, and a hands-on approach, with opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression within our field operations in Northland.

Qualifications

• A current Class 4 driver licence is essential.
• W, T, R endorsements are 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.

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.

Skills

Class 4 licence

Endorsements W/T/R

Traffic Controller Level 1

Grading experience

Safety focus

Team player

Education

Traffic Controller certification Level 1

Job description

## Specialist Operator - GraderApply: Kaitaia: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 6, 2026 (27 days left to apply): R27157**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. **Me pēhea te tono | How to apply** If you’re an experienced Grader Operator who values safety, takes pride in your work, and wants to be part of a good crew doing good work, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and bring your skills to Fulton Hogan**.**