Cyclic Operator

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.

We are seeking a proactive Cyclic Operator to join our team and deliver cyclic and first response maintenance on the state highway network for the IDC contract with NZTA in the Manawatu-Whanganui region. Utilising a range of machinery and equipment, you will carry out daily inspections, execute operational tasks, and contribute to minor maintenance repairs that keep our roads safe and functioning. This position is based from Dannevirke.

Your duties will include essential road repairs such as road sign and EMP maintenance and replacements, pothole fixes, upkeep of minor barriers, detritus removal, litter, and other varied maintenance activities, providing plenty of variety in your work and assisting with emergency responses. In this role, your technical expertise and proactive approach will help maintain vital infrastructure, ensuring our communities stay connected and safe.


In addition to the above you will:

Operate cyclic machinery in accordance with safety guidelines and standard operating procedures

Monitor machine performance and cycles, promptly reporting malfunctions or abnormalities

Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance of equipment to ensure optimal operation

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 discount card

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.

We’re looking for someone with:

Full Class 2 driver’s licence

Prior experience in cyclic work and traffic services maintenance

Demonstrated experience in operating cyclic tools, equipment and machinery

Strong mechanical aptitude with effective problem-solving skills

Physically fit and capable, with the ability to manage the manual labour requirements of the role

STMS (Site Traffic Management Supervisor) qualification preferred, but not essential

Willingness and flexibility to respond to after-hours callouts on a rostered basis

Excellent communication skills, displaying a positive and proactive attitude

Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team, displaying motivation and pride in workmanship

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 prior to employment.