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Asphalt Surfacing Specialist Operator

Palmerston North
Full Time
25 days ago

March 11, 2025

Job Posting End Date

April 8, 2025

Job Location

Palmerston North

Job Description

Nau mai haere mai ki tā mātou whānau |Welcome to our Fulton Hogan Family 
 
Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable and making it happen. We live by our REAL values – Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude, Leadership – and we demonstrate these through the good work we do, every day, as one team.  

Join our dynamic team as a Asphalt Surfacing Specialist Operator. We’re looking for dedicated individuals with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality.  If you thrive in a hands-on-environment and have a passion for road construction, we want to hear from you! 

The Asphalt Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the Asphalt Plant during all asphalt manufacturing tasks. Tasks and responsibilities include but are not limited to the operating of the loader, safety, maintenance, quality tasks, housekeeping, leading production shifts and other general responsibilities.

This role will see you working on road surface, rotomilling, rehabilitation and stabilisation, road widening and pavement overlays and works. You will undertake daily machinery checks and complete the necessary maintenance. You will also assist the crew with operating chip spreaders and as a spotter for reversing trucks.

In addition to the above you will: 

  • Operate and maintain asphalt machinery and equipment to ensure high-quality road surfaces.

  • Work collaboratively with a skilled team to complete projects efficiently and on schedule.

  • Ensure adherence to safety protocols and industry standards at all times.

  
Good Work equals Good Benefits 

  • Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions 

  • 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

  • Medical insurance

  • Life insurance  

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us.  
 
We’re looking for someone with: 

  • Experience in either Asphalt Paving, Milling or Sealing is a must. 

  • Experience in operating asphalt machinery and equipment in road construction projects.

  • Full Class 2 licence with WTR and DG endorsements

  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high quality work.

  • Ability to work effectively in a team, demonstrating reliability, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude.

  • Good understanding of safety protocols and industry standards, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment.

  
Creating, Connecting, and caring for the community  
Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills, and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact, sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure. 

Learn more about us: Homepage - Fulton Hogan  and make an application to join our growing industry.  

All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen prior to employment. 

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All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen.


We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities.

We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply

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