Specialist Operator - Grader

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Grader Operator to join our team and help deliver good work across our projects. This is a hands-on role for someone who knows how to get the job done safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

You’ll be trusted to operate grading plant professionally, support the wider site crew, and keep work moving to plan. It’s a role for someone who takes pride in doing solid work, and backs their team.

Key role responsibilities

• Operate the grader safely and efficiently to support road construction and maintenance works.
• Complete pre-starts, plant checks, and basic maintenance before machinery is operated.
• Follow the work programme and site instructions from your supervisor or foreperson to keep delivery on track.
• Take safety seriously by speaking up, using stay safe questions, and reporting incidents, near misses, and hazards.
• Look for smarter, safer ways of working and contribute to a team culture built on respect, reliability, and good work.

We’re looking for someone with

• A current Class 4 driver licence essential.
• W, T, R endorsements essential.
• Proven construction grading experience, ideally building new roads.
• Traffic controller certification or experience desirable but not essential.
• A strong focus on safety, quality, and doing the job right the first time.
• A reliable, practical, team-focused approach with a willingness to learn and get stuck in.

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 and Life insurance after the eligibility period.
• 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.

About us

At Fulton Hogan, good work is what we do and how we do it. We’re friendly, and forward moving. Titles matter less than ideas, and we back our people to speak up, step up, and keep growing.

We take the work seriously, not ourselves. That means a team that looks out for each other, keeps standards high, and shares a laugh along the way. If you want to be part of a crew that values safety, low ego, and getting stuck in, you’ll fit right in here.

How to apply

If you’re an experienced Grader Operator who values safety, takes pride in your work, and wants to be part of a good crew doing good work, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and bring your skills to Fulton Hogan.