• Tight-knit, passionate, hard-working team environment
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career
• Competitive remuneration plus medical insurance after one year
• Minimum 40 hours paid per week guarantee
• Local company, local people!

SouthRoads Ltd is a progressive civil construction contractor, with strong Southland and Otago roots. We are proud to support local communities run and run one of the most modern and reliable construction fleets in New Zealand. As part of the HW Richardson Group we hold true to the values of family, friendship and fair dealings.

We are currently looking for candidates with driving, machine operating or labouring experience to join our Southland State Highway Maintenance team in the Invercargill area.

We are looking for people with a hardworking, 'can-do' attitude, who are happy working in a team environment as well as without supervision.

What you'll be doing:

• Carrying out routine road maintenance on Southlands State Highway network
• Completing tasks such as pothole repairs, drainage clearing, and vegetation control
• Inspecting road conditions and reporting hazards or defects
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Working closely with your team and communicating effectively with supervisors

What we're looking for:

• A clean, valid driver's licence (Class 1 required; Class 2 an advantage)
• Experience in road maintenance is preferred but not essential
• A strong focus on health and safety
• A positive, ‘can-do' attitude and willingness to work outdoors in all conditions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

At SouthRoads, we take great pride in the quality and safety of our work. We are also proud of our people and have a history of developing employees - advancing skills, experience, and career potential.

SouthRoads have a rigorous drug and alcohol policy, and all appointees would need to pass a drug test and medical prior to employment.

To further your career with a great team and a company committed to your development apply now.