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General Information

Job Type
Permanent
Category
Construction/Technical
Business
Higgins
Location
Hawke's Bay
Job Reference
43652
Posted Date
08-Jun-2026
Closing Date
08-Jul-2026

Description

Our Higgins Green Team in Hawke’s Bay is on the lookout for a multi-skilled Operator to join the Construction Division.

We’re seeking an experienced all-round Operator with the versatility to work across a range of plant and civil construction projects, and the willingness to assist with labouring duties when required.

What you’ll bring to the role: 
  • Full Class 1 + WTR is essential (Class 2-4 would be an advantage)
  • Strong operating experience in a construction or roading environment
  • Previous experience operating the following; excavator, bulldozer, roller, loader, watercart, broom, bobcat
  • A hands-on attitude and willingness to support your team with a variety of tasks
  • Strong focus on health and safety not only for yourself, your colleagues but also the public 
  • Basic computer skills
  • Flexible, committed and reliable – will turn up rain or shine

Come join the Higgins team:
  • 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
  • Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee

Higgins is a leading roading and civil infrastructure company in New Zealand. We are on a dynamic growth path with people at the heart of what we do every day. We offer a great working environment, competitive hourly rate, subsidised medical insurance and subsidised education and training for you and your dependants. 
 
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.