IDC Pavement Leading Hand

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 team in Palmerston North as the IDC Pavement Leading Hand

We are seeking a proactive Pavement Leading Hand to support the Foreman and lead a small team delivering pavement repairs and maintenance on the state highway network for the IDC contract with NZTA in the Manawatu-Whanganui region. As a Pavement Leading Hand youll supervise and work alongside a specialist crew constructing repairing and resurfacing roads motorways car parks and footpaths under the IDC contract.

This role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in machinery operation quality control and team mentoring to ensure every project meets high standards of safety efficiency and durability. Youll be instrumental in guiding daily site activities fostering a collaborative environment and maintaining effective communication and accurate reporting from start to finish.

In addition to the above you will:

• Working in a pavement and maintenance crew to mentor a small team allocating tasks and monitoring performance to ensure efficient and high-quality outcomes
• Undertake pre-seal repairs pavement dig outs high and low shoulder repairs water tabling general road and cycleway/footpath construction as well as any other planned maintenance as part of our IDC contract ensuring all works to meet contract specifications
• Plan schedule and coordinate maintenance activities and resources for both routine and urgent tasks prioritising work as needed
• Conduct site inspections implement safety measures and respond promptly to emergencies maintaining clear communication with stakeholders
• Attend emergency call outs on a rostered basis and during standard hours of duty which can include both day and night shifts

Good Work equals Good Benefits

• KiwiSaver employer contributions
• Fuel discountcard
• 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 (eligibility period applies)
• 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.

Were looking for someone with:

• Full Class 2 Licence
• WTR Endorsements
• Proven background in civil construction specifically in pavement works (asphalt chip seal concrete or road base)
• Experience in heavy machinery e.g. rollers skid steer and pavers preferred
• Be flexible to work AM and PM shifts up to 10 - 12 hours and weekends as required on rostered basis
• Ability to read and interpret works schedules and compliance standards
• Previous experience in a similar Leading Hand or Team Leader role is advantageous

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.

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.