We are currently looking for a leading hand with strong machine operating capability to join our construction division. This is a role where you can lead a crew and still be hands on! You will be 2IC to the Foreperson running a crew of up to 5. 

• Competitive hourly rate + Guaranteed 40 hours per week   

• Ongoing training and development to develop your career – opportunity to develop into a Foreperson position

• Support to gain further licences if required (Class 2, 4, 5)

• Hard work is recognised - build a career and not just do a job

• Brand new PPE gear (that’s your own personal protective equipment)

• Access to Fletchers Building Benefits Programme, including: 

• A brand-new market-leading parental leave policy to ensure employees are well supported throughout one of life’s most significant events.

• FB employee share scheme, educational and welfare funds

• A significant portfolio of retail benefits across major NZ businesses such as ANZ, Z energy, PlaceMakers, Mico and Samsung.

If you have relevant industry experience and are looking for a step up in your then we would be very interested to talk to you – there is support and training available to help you be successful in this position

• You will enjoy leading and motivating your crew or looking to take this step in your career

• Experience working on civil construction projects 

• Digger Operating experience on civil construction projects

• Ideally Class 2 licence or willingness to obtain this

• A reasonable level of physical fitness, due to the physical nature of the position

• Self-motivation, a positive attitude and the ability to think for yourself

• Be a reliable, honest and flexible team-player 

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!

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.