Milling Foreperson

At HEB Construction, we’re proud of the role we play in building and maintaining New Zealand’s transport infrastructure. We’re now looking for an experienced

Milling Foreperson to join our Surfacing team, leading milling crews on a range of roading projects.

This is a leadership‑focused, safety‑critical role where you’ll take ownership of site delivery, guiding your crews to achieve programme, quality and safety targets on essential infrastructure works.

The role

As a Milling Foreperson, you’ll be responsible for the day‑to‑day on‑site coordination of milling operations, including supervision of crews, subcontractors, plant and materials. You’ll work closely with the site management team to ensure works are delivered efficiently, safely and to specification.

You’ll lead by example on site, setting clear expectations around safety, behaviour, quality and performance.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading milling crews and subcontractors on site
• Coordinating daily milling activities to meet programme targets
• Running pre‑starts and ensuring work plans are followed
• Managing plant, materials and site resources
• Monitoring productivity and safety performance
• Completing daily site and production reporting

What we’re looking for

• Full Class 4 driver’s licence (Class 5 preferred)
• Strong knowledge of milling operations and surfacing practices
• Proven experience leading crews in a live construction environment
• A proactive, visible safety leader with the confidence to address unsafe behaviours
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to motivate teams and drive programme delivery
• Physically and mentally fit for work in a demanding environment
• Reliable with a positive, solutions‑focused attitude

Desirable (but not essential)

• Site Safe or Construct Safe certificate
• W, T, R, Forklift or D endorsements
• First Aid certificate
• Supervisor Level 4 or similar trade qualification
• Safe handling of bitumen training
• Strong computer skills and experience with site reporting

We welcome applications from women and men who meet the role requirements and are ready to take the next step in their leadership career.

Why join HEB?

At HEB, how we work matters just as much as what we deliver. Our people live our values every day: We are Open (Pono), Real (Tika), Together (Kotahitanga), Care (Whanake) and Deliver (Aroha).

You’ll be joining a team where safety, respect and accountability come first.

What’s in it for you

• Secure, long‑term employment with a respected civil contractor
• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities
• Life, injury and health insurance
• Birthday leave
• Full PPE and well‑maintained plant and equipment
• Ongoing training and leadership development opportunities
• A strong safety culture where your leadership makes a real difference
• Support from experienced managers and a committed surfacing team

Ready to apply?

If you’re an experienced Milling Foreperson who enjoys leading people, delivering quality work and being part of a values‑driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.