Driver - - 44519 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Are you a reliable and safety-focused driver looking to join a company that keeps New Zealand moving? Higgins Wellington is seeking a motivated Driver to support our drainage construction and maintenance operations across the region.

This is a hands-on role where you'll be responsible for safely transporting materials, plant, and equipment to drainage projects while working alongside our crews to deliver essential infrastructure for local communities.

What you'll be doing

Operating company vehicles to transport materials, plant, and equipment
Supporting construction and maintenance crews on-site when required
Completing vehicle checks and ensuring equipment is maintained to a high standard
Following all safety procedures and transport regulations
Assisting with loading and unloading materials
Working collaboratively with site teams to ensure projects run smoothly

What you'll bring

Minimum Class 2 Driver Licence
Class 4 Licence advantageous
Proven commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards
A positive attitude and strong work ethic
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Good communication skills and reliability
Experience in the civil construction, roading, transport, or infrastructure industries is preferred but not essential

Come join the Green Team

Competitive hourly rate
Permanent, full-time opportunity
Ongoing training and development
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Z fuel discounts, including a monthly free pie and coffee
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
Great benefits for you and your whanau

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.