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General Information

Job Type
Permanent
Category
Construction/Technical
Business
Higgins
Location
Hawke's Bay
Job Reference
42855
Posted Date
30-Mar-2026
Closing Date
30-Apr-2026

Description

We are looking for an experienced Driver Class 5 / Heavy Maintenance Operator to join our team in Napier. This role involves operating heavy trucks, plant, and machinery to support our projects and ensure materials and equipment are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You’ll be part of a hardworking crew that values safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Operate Class 5 trucks, plant, and machinery safely and efficiently
  • Complete deliveries and project work to specification and industry best practice
  • Follow job instructions, work plans, and company procedures
  • Carry out daily pre start checks and report maintenance needs
  • Maintain logbooks, paperwork, and service records
  • Support the crew and contribute to a positive team culture
  • Interact professionally with clients, subcontractors, and the public
  • Assist with manual labour when required
  • Ensure all plant and equipment is secure when not in use

What We’re Looking For:
  • Class 5 Licence and WTR endorsement (essential)
  • Solid experience operating heavy trucks, plant, and machinery
  • Prior experience transporting plant, product and asphalt will be ideal.
  • Dangerous Goods endorsement (bonus)
  • Background in civil construction or road maintenance
  • Ability to follow instructions, plans, and schedules
  • Good communication skills
  • Commitment to safety and teamwork
  • Site Safe Passport (or willingness to obtain)

What's on 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
  • Access to educational funds for you and your children 
  • Funding for school holiday programmes and tutoring for your children 
  • Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee

Higgins is a leading roading and civil infrastructure company in New Zealand. We are on a dynamic growth path with people at the heart of what we do every day. 

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.