Trainee Sprayer Operator - Build Your Surfacing Career

Fulton Hogan Ltd; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver contributions

Parental leave

Training & development

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan Ltd is seeking a motivated individual to join Christchurch as a Trainee Sprayer Operator. You will train under supervision to operate a bitumen sprayer for spray sealing and support the team to deliver work safely, on time, and within budget.

You’ll gain the skills, licences, and industry knowledge needed to grow in the surfacing field, with strong emphasis on safety and teamwork. Full training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical know-how and practical problem-solving.
• Strong safety awareness and following site procedures.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to a team.

Responsibilities

• Train to operate the bitumen sprayer and support spray sealing works under supervision.
• Complete pre-starts, plant checks, and site tasks as directed by Supervisor/Foreman.
• Follow safety, environmental, and quality processes and speak up when something looks wrong.
• Assist in delivering bituminous products, spread aggregate, roll, and support daily sealing operations.
• Contribute to a safe, tidy, and well-run site while learning how the programme comes together.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety minded

Team player

Education

No specific degree required

Tools

Class 1 licence

Class 2 licence (preferred)

Dangerous Goods endorsement

NZTA/ NZIHT qualifications (willing to work towards)

Job description

Fulton Hogan Ltd is seeking a motivated individual to join Christchurch as a Trainee Sprayer Operator. You will train under supervision to operate a bitumen sprayer for spray sealing and support the team to deliver work safely, on time, and within budget.

You’ll gain the skills, licences, and industry knowledge needed to grow in the surfacing field, with strong emphasis on safety and teamwork. Full training and development opportunities are provided.