Quality Assurance Technician - - 42708 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

We’re looking for a Quality Assurance Technician to join our Surfacing team based in Mount Maunganui. This is a practical, site‑based role where you’ll be out on the road, working closely with crews to check that surfacing works are delivered to specification and documented accurately.

You’ll balance field testing, data collection, and reporting with time spent on site supporting delivery teams. Some days you’ll be testing pavement density or collecting samples, other days you’ll be reviewing results, completing quality records, or coordinating with supervisors and engineers. You’ll also be comfortable pitching in on site when needed.

Key responsibilities include:

Carrying out onsite quality testing for asphalt and surfacing works
Collecting, analysing, and recording quality data and test results
Checking works against job instructions, specifications, and standards
Liaising with supervisors, engineers, and crews before, during, and after works
Completing quality documentation accurately and on time
Supporting site activities, including manual tasks where required

What You’ll Bring to the Role

We’re open to people who may not tick every box on day one, but who are keen to learn and take pride in getting the detail right.
Ideally, you’ll have:
A Level 6 or higher qualification in Civil Engineering or similar experience
Experience in surfacing, roading, or civil construction quality roles
Strong attention to detail and confidence working with numbers and data
The ability to communicate clearly with site teams and supervisors
A Class 1 driver licence, with Class 2 or WTR an advantage
A practical mindset and willingness to work flexible hours when required

What’s on offer:

Competitive hourly rate
Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
In-house technical training and leadership development programmes
Career opportunities across Higgins and Fletcher Construction
A range of retail 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.