Supervisor - - 42853 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Higgins Construction Division, based in Hamilton is looking for an experienced Supervisor to lead site crews and oversee day-to-day construction activities across our projects. This is a hands-on role where you will plan work, guide your team on site, and ensure jobs are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required standard.

You will work closely with project and operations managers, take ownership of site outcomes, and play a key role in supporting both your crew and the wider business.

Key responsibilities include:

Plan and supervise daily and weekly site activities for assigned crews
Lead toolbox talks, site inductions, and pre-start meetings
Manage resources, plant, and materials to meet programme and productivity targets
Take responsibility for health, safety, quality, and environmental controls on site
Inspect work and sign off completed activities to specification
Communicate clearly with crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and the public

What You’ll Bring to the Role

Significant experience in road construction, with time spent in a supervisory role
Strong knowledge of site safety, quality, and environmental requirements
Confidence planning work, solving problems, and making sound decisions on site
Relevant licences such as WTR and Class 1 to 4
Clear communication skills and a fair, respectful leadership style
A practical, organised approach with pride in leading by example

Why join the Green Team?

Be part of a supportive team that looks out for one another
Competitive hourly rate plus vehicle
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
Guaranteed 40 hours per week
Opportunities to upskill and gain additional licenses
A range of benefits for you and your family to enjoy
Access to educational funds for you and your children
Support for school holiday programmes and tutoring
Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee

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.