Footpath Sweeper Operator

Mō te tūranga | About the role

We’re looking for a Footpath Sweeper Operator to join our Southland team. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys early starts and being out on the road, takes pride in doing a tidy job, and values safety, consistency, and doing Good Work every day.

You’ll operate a small Invercargill based footpath/ road sweeper machine, helping keep our CBD, road corridors, and surrounding areas clean, safe, and well presented. You’ll mostly work autonomously and be trusted to get on with the job and play an important part in the work we deliver for our communities. This role does not include hydrovac work.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• •Operate footpath/road sweeping equipment safely and efficiently across Fulton Hogan sites and roading networks in Southland.
• •Complete pre-start checks, routine cleaning, and basic daily maintenance of plant and equipment.
• •Keep work areas, road corridors, and sites clean, tidy, and safe for crews, road users, and the public.
• •Follow traffic management, safety, and environmental requirements at all times.
• •Work closely with site crews and leaders to deliver reliable, high-standard service day in, day out.

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

• •A current Class 2 licence, with experience operating heavy vehicles or plant in a roading, civil, or construction environment.
• •Good awareness of health, safety, and working around live traffic and active sites.
• •A reliable, proactive approach and pride in keeping equipment and work areas in top shape.
• •Good communication skills and a team-first attitude.
• •The ability to carry out the inherent requirements of the role and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

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 and Life insurance after the eligibility period.

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

At Fulton Hogan, Good Work is more than what we deliver—it’s how we work together. We’re friendly, practical, and always looking for better ways to get things done. We work side by side, listen to good ideas, and value everyone’s contribution. We take pride in our work, support each other, and step up when it matters to deliver to a high standard.

We’re an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. In Southland and beyond, our people create, connect and care for communities through the roads, structures, and essential services that keep Aotearoa moving.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

If you’re keen to get stuck in, do good work, and be part of a solid Southland team, we’d love to hear from you.

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