Asphalt Paving Operators - - 42306 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

We’re looking for Operators to join the Higgins Asphalt team in Hamilton. These roles involve operating an Asphalt Paver or Roller, so solid asphalt knowledge and experience with asphalt machinery are essential.

Our Operators are proactive, safety‑focused, and enjoy being part of an organisation where hard work is recognised and where they can build a long‑term career - not just do a job.

Come join the Green Team:

Competitive hourly rate + guaranteed 40 hours per week
Upskill and gain further licences if required
Supportive team that treats each other like whānau
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
Market-leading parental leave policy
Brand new PPE gear (that’s your own personal protective equipment)

What you’ll bring to the role:

Full clean New Zealand Driver’s License with WTR
Solid operating experience (either Paver or Roller)
Roading and Infrastructure experience
Strong focus on health and safety not only for yourself, your colleagues but also the public
Self-motivated with a positive attitude and the ability to think for yourself
A high level of physical fitness due to the physical nature of the role
Be reliable, honest and a flexible team player

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.