Trainee Sprayer Operator

Fulton Hogan; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top up

Training and development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan is looking for a motivated Trainee Sprayer Operator in Christchurch to learn the bitumen spray sealing trade under supervision. The role supports the team to deliver work on time, within budget, and to high standards while you gain licences and industry knowledge.

You will build skills through hands-on work, training, and supervision, with a safety-first culture and opportunities for career growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Full Class 1 licence required.
• Class 2 licence and Dangerous Goods endorsement preferred.
• WTR endorsements, NZIHT Bitumen Sprayer Operator, and NZIHT Plant and Tanker Operator qualifications, or willingness to work towards them with our support.
• Mechanical aptitude and a practical approach to hands-on work.
• Strong focus on safety, reliability, and following instructions.

Responsibilities

• Train to operate the bitumen sprayer and support spray sealing works under supervision.
• Complete pre-starts, plant checks, and general site tasks as directed by your Supervisor or Foreman.
• Follow safety, environmental, and quality processes, and speak up when something does not look right.
• Help deliver bituminous products, spread aggregate, roll, and support day-to-day sealing operations.
• Contribute to a safe, tidy, and well-run worksite while learning how the programme of work comes together.

Skills

Full Class 1 licence

Class 2 licence preferred

Dangerous Goods endorsement preferred

WTR endorsements

NZIHT Bitumen Sprayer Operator

NZIHT Plant and Tanker Operator

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on work

Safety mindset

Team player

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Tools

NZIHT Bitumen Sprayer Operator

NZIHT Plant and Tanker Operator

Job description

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Are you keen to get into the surfacing industry and build a solid career from the ground up? Join Fulton Hogan as a Trainee Sprayer Operator in Christchurch and learn the ropes in a team that backs each other to do good work. You'll train under supervision to operate a bitumen sprayer for spray sealing and support the team to deliver work safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

This is a great opportunity for someone practical, reliable, and ready to learn. We'll support you to build the skills, licences, and industry knowledge you need to grow.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Train to operate the bitumen sprayer and support spray sealing works under supervision.
• Complete pre-starts, plant checks, and general site tasks as directed by your Supervisor or Foreman.
• Follow safety, environmental, and quality processes, and speak up when something does not look right.
• Help deliver bituminous products, spread aggregate, roll, and support day-to-day sealing operations.
• Contribute to a safe, tidy, and well-run worksite while learning how the programme of work comes together.

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

• A Full Class 1 licence is required; a Class 2 licence and Dangerous Goods endorsement are preferred.
• WTR endorsements, NZIHT Bitumen Sprayer Operator, and NZIHT Plant and Tanker Operator qualifications, or willingness to work towards them with our support.
• Mechanical aptitude and a practical approach to hands-on work.
• A strong focus on safety, reliability, and following instructions.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and the kind of team-first approach that makes you a good sort to work with.

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.

• 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 how we show up every day. We work side by side, not top down. We take the work seriously, not ourselves, and we back people who are willing to get in, give it a crack, and keep learning. You'll join a team that values safety, effort, respect, and progress, with plenty of support to help you build a long-term career in the industry.

All successful candidates must complete and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen before employment.