Road Maintenance Labourer - - 43390 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Higgins Waikato has secured a new long term Integrated Delivery Contract with NZTA for the region, and we are looking for a Road Maintenance Labourer / Cyclic Crew Member to join the team.

Based at our Morrinsville Depot you will look after a defined section of road network, completing planned and reactive maintenance to keep it safe and well maintained. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating plant and tools, and taking pride in consistent, quality work. You will be part of a tight-knit crew and contribute to incident response, including an on-call roster.

Key responsibilities include:

Carry out routine road and asset maintenance across the network
Complete minor pavement repairs including potholes, cracks and edge breaks
Maintain drainage, culverts, signage, barriers and roadside assets
Undertake vegetation control, litter collection and rest area upkeep
Operate small plant, vehicles and hand tools safely and correctly
Respond to incidents and emergencies, including after-hours duties when rostered

What You’ll Bring to the Role:

A full Class 1 driver licence, preferably a Class 2
Practical experience in road, highway or council maintenance work
Confidence using small plant, tools and maintenance vehicles
Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and environments
Clear communication skills and a respectful approach with the public
A strong focus on safety and willingness to speak up when needed

Why join us:

Competitive hourly rate
Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
Opportunity to upskill and gain further licenses
Great 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.