Asphalt Plant Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026. Fletcher Building scores A on the Alion truth index.
We are looking for an Asphalt Plant Operator to join our team in Tauranga. You’ll join a small, close-knit crew producing asphalt for our internal and external customers. This is a hands-on, multi-skilled role covering asphalt plant operation, loader work and general plant duties, so we’re looking for someone comfortable working across different parts of the operation.
What you’ll do:
- Operate the asphalt plant and associated equipment to meet daily production requirements
- Operate a loader to move and manage materials around the plant
- Complete plant and machinery pre-starts, inspections and operational checks
- Monitor asphalt production and ensure product meets required specifications
- Assist with plant start-up, shut-down, clean-down and general plant maintenance
- Work across the wider operation as needed, including supporting quality and testing activities
About you:
We’re looking for someone who can turn their hand to different tasks and is comfortable working across both plant and mobile machinery. Ideally, you will have:
- Previous asphalt plant operating experience
- Proven experience operating a loader
- A current Class 1 Driver Licence and relevant WTR endorsements
- Flexibility to work a roster across days and nights
- Experience working safely around mobile plant, high-temperature processes and hazardous substances
- A practical approach, good communication skills and the ability to work well within a crew
- Experience with asphalt lab work, sampling or quality testing would be a bonus
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
- Retail discounts for you and your family to enjoy
- Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee
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.