Asphalt Milling Operator - - 43092 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Higgins is looking for an experienced Asphalt Milling Operator to join our Auckland team. This role sits within our surfacing division, working across a variety of roading and infrastructure projects throughout the region.

If you have strong milling experience, take pride in doing the job right, and work well as part of a crew, we’d like to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

Operating asphalt milling machines safely and efficiently
Completing differential milling, milling number work, and patch milling
Carrying out daily pre‑start checks and basic machine maintenance
Working closely with supervisors and crew members to deliver quality outcomes
Maintaining a strong focus on health, safety, and site standards
Supporting general site activities when required

What we’re looking for

Minimum 3 years’ experience operating milling machines
Proven experience with differential milling, milling numbers, and patch mills
A current Class 1 driver licence (Class 2 is an advantage)
Relevant WTR endorsements
A good understanding of site safety requirements
A reliable, team‑focused approach and strong work ethic

What we offer

Competitive hourly rate
Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
Opportunity to upskill and gain further licenses
Great benefits for you and your family to enjoy

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth – because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check – you’ll need to be fit for work!

We're with you on the road ahead - Ko tatou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.