Lead the grading crew to deliver road construction projects on time and safely

Civil Grader Operator

We are looking for an experienced Civil Grader Operator to join our Construction Division based out of Hamilton.

You will be part of a team performing a wide range of construction activities including:

  • Operate a Grader to shape, level, maintain roads, shoulders, drainage ditches and finishing road surfaces
  • Perform routine road maintenance, including repairing potholes and controlling erosion
  • Area wide pavement treatments and overlays including final trim
  • Subdivision pavement work
  • Ensuring high quality infrastructure projects are delivered to plan using your expert operator skills

To be successful in this role, you will:

  • NZ resident or NZ citizen
  • Minimum of 2 years' proven experience operating graders in the civil and road construction industry
  • Able to work independently & have an eye for detail
  • Class 2 full licence & WTR's endorsements
  • Previous experience with GPS / Total station enabled equipment would be advantageous
  • Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure and achieve strict deadlines
  • Proven experience in supervising and leading a crews
  • Ability to communicate clear expectations to your team and suppliers
  • Commitment to workplace safety, quality, punctuality, reliability, respect for others and to work as part of an efficient team

Good Work equals Good Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones up to 7%
  • Fuel discount card
  • Parental leave top up payment with additional return to work support
  • Family scholarships
  • Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities
  • Great discounts at a wide range of retailers

At Fulton Hogan we truly care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools, they need to succeed.