Asphalt Plant Operator

1 week ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Higgins Full time
The Higgins Team in Taupo are currently looking for a Plant Operator to join the team at the asphalt plant.
You will be part of a team of 3 that manufacture up to tonnes of Asphalt per month and aiming to increase production.
We are open to receiving applications from experienced industry professionals or those with a manufacturing background, looking to enter into civil manufacturing.
Come join the Green Team:  Competitive hourly rate + guaranteed 40 hours per week + Day/Night shift work Join a supportive team that treat each other like Whanau Ongoing training and development to help you reach your career goals Access to Fletchers Building Benefits Programme, including:  A market-leading parental leave policy to ensure employees are well supported throughout one of life's most significant events.
FB employee share scheme, welfare & educational funds – including funding towards School Holiday Programmes for children A significant portfolio of retail benefits across major NZ businesses such as ANZ, Z energy, PlaceMakers, Mico and Samsung.
What you'll bring to the role: Prior plant operating experience is highly sought after, other relevant plant operating experience will be considered e.g.
concrete plant Prior mechanical experience advantageous e.g heavy diesel mechanic/plant maintenance  Prior manufacturing experience is sought after  Ability to work a roster of days and nights (Night shift as required) Class 1 licence essential - WTR and Class 2 sought after but we can support you to gain these  Good verbal and written communication skills Basic computer skills required  Strong track record of commitment to health and safety  Higgins is a leading roading and civil infrastructure company in New Zealand.
We are on a dynamic growth path with people at the heart of what we do every day.
We offer a great working environment, competitive hourly rate, subsidised medical insurance and subsidised education and training for you and your dependants 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
Building better roads for safer journeys – He pai ake te hanga o nga rori, kia haumaru ai nga haerenga Research shows that females and minority groups don't always apply for roles unless they match % 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.

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