Leading Hand

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan

We’re looking for a Leading Hand to join our team. You’ll help lead day-to-day site activity, operate machinery, and support safe, high-quality delivery on the ground. It’s hands-on work that matters, with real responsibility and a team that backs each other to do Good Work.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

As a Leading Hand, you’ll work side by side with your crew to keep work moving safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. This is a practical, outdoor role where you’ll support daily workflow, operate plant and equipment, and step up when needed to help guide the team on site. We’re after someone who leads by example, takes safety seriously, and enjoys getting stuck in. At Fulton Hogan, Good Work is about high standards, low ego, and people who are up for the challenge.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Support the Supervisor with daily workflow and help keep site activity running smoothly.
• Operate machinery, tools, and handheld equipment safely and within your training, competence, and licence requirements.
• Assist with lifting, shifting materials, and general labouring tasks across site.
• Check that machinery and equipment are in good working order before use.
• Help train and guide less experienced team members in safe and correct equipment operation.
• Take part in pre-starts, risk planning, and day-to-day safety, quality, and environmental processes.
• Lead the maintenance patrol crews including planning route selection and using the MCA cyclic system in AWM.
• Respond to callout works across the network at all times of the day when rostered on.
• TTM risk assessments and planning

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with

• A Class 2 licence as a minimum, with Wheels, Tracks and Rollers endorsements.
• Experience and a sound understanding of traffic management requirements on site.
• STMS Level 1 is preferred.
• Experience with AWM is highly desirable.
• A current First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain one with our support.
• A strong commitment to safety and wellbeing, with the confidence to speak up and push pause when needed.
• A practical, hands-on approach and comfort working outdoors in varying conditions.
• A reliable, team-focused attitude with a willingness to learn, build skills, and support others.
• Pride in doing the job properly, treating people with respect, and delivering Good Work every day.

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | 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 after the eligibility period.
• Life insurance from day one.
• 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.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets – from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy.

Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures. We’re flat, friendly, and forward moving. We take the work seriously, not ourselves, and back our people to grow, speak up, and make an impact.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

If you’re keen to step into a hands-on role where you can lead from the front, grow your skills, and do Good Work with a solid team behind you, we’d love to hear from you.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.