Excavator Operator

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan
We’re looking for an Excavator Operator to join our road maintenance team in Masterton. You’ll operate excavators across a range of civil and roading works, support drainage, pavement and site preparation activities, and work closely with the crew to deliver safe, efficient outcomes, helping us deliver essential road maintenance and keep the region’s roads safe and well maintained.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

This role is focused on hands-on excavator operation across a range of site activities, including earthworks, trenching, loading trucks, site preparation, and other tasks as required. You’ll be responsible for operating excavation machinery safely and efficiently, ensuring all work is completed to project specifications and in line with health and safety requirements.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Complete all required documentation, including timesheets, job sheets, pre-starts, plant usage, quality checklists, and hazard IDs
• Communicate clearly with project managers, clients, and staff on progress, issues, and planning
• Monitor plant maintenance, logbooks, and servicing requirements
• Carry out machinery checks and arrange maintenance before operating plant
• Hold pre-start meetings and follow all safety, environmental, and quality processes

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with

• Full class 4 licence
• Current W,T,R endorsements
• Previous Excavator experience in civil construction
• Proven experience in operating excavators and other associated plant, including earthworks, site preparation and trenching
• Experience in running a crew, including directing staff, plant resources and subbies

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

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. You’ll have access to:

• Medical insurance after the eligibility period.
• Life insurance.
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.
• Parental leave top‑up payment with additional return‑to‑work support.
• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets – from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.

Learn more about us at Homepage - Fulton Hogan and apply to be part of our growing industry.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply:

Help deliver safer, more reliable roads across Masterton and the wider region? Apply now and start your journey with our Fulton Hogan whānau.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.