Asphalt Plant Operator

Description The Higgins team in Auckland is seeking a Plant Operator to join our Silverdale asphalt batch plant. You’ll be part of a small, close-knit team responsible for manufacturing and supplying asphalt mix to both internal and external customers.

What You'll Bring

• 2 + years experience operating asphalt batch plants, including troubleshooting and basic mechanical maintenance
• Strong understanding of materials, tools, and methods used in asphalt production
• Flexibility to work day and night shifts on a rotating roster
• Class 1 licence (WTR) or overseas essential
• Class 2 preferred – we’ll support you to gain this
• Familiarity with handling bitumen; D & F endorsements beneficial
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Proven commitment to health and safety

Why Join Us

• Competitive hourly rate between $31-40
• Permanent full time role between 40-55 hours
• KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
• Opportunity to upskill and gain further licenses
• Great benefits 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.