Expressions of Interest - Chipsealing/Asphalt
Isaac Construction
Listing Description
Description
About the Opportunity We are seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced surfacing professionals to join our Christchurch-based team delivering Chipsealing and asphalt programmes across Canterbury. These roles suit capable forepersons and skilled operators who take pride in delivering high quality surfacing outcomes that directly support safe, reliable, and resilient transport networks.
We want to hear from people with experience in Chipsealing, Asphalt and Civil Road Maintenance for roles including:
- Forepersons
- Specialist Plant Operators – Bitumen Sprayer Operators, Paver Operators, Screed hands
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Chipsealing and asphalt works to meet project requirements, safety standards and contractual obligations.
- Operate and maintain road maintenance plant and vehicles (e.g. chip spreaders, asphalt pavers, rollers, tip trucks) safely and in accordance with manufacturer and company procedures.
- Work collaboratively within a high-performing surfacing crew to deliver durable and consistent results
Skills & Experience – What You’ll Bring
- Proven experience in Chipsealing, asphalt or civil construction works, relevant supervisory/management experience for delivery roles.
- Experience operating road maintenance plant and machinery; appropriate licences and endorsements (e.g. Class 4, WTR) are desirable for both foreperson and operator roles.
- Commitment to health, safety and environmental standards, and a proactive approach to hazard identification and risk control.
- Reliability, a practical hands-on attitude and flexibility to work rostered hours or be available for on-call duties where required.
What We Offer – Benefits & Career Development Permanent opportunities: Full time with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Competitive pay: Remuneration commensurate with experience and role. Training & development: On-the-job training, upskilling for plant operation and support to gain additional licences or certifications. Supportive workplace: Work within an inclusive team that values safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement. Meaningful work: Contribute to projects that maintain and improve Christchurch’s transport networks and community resilience.
How to Apply Please submit your CV outlining relevant plant operating, Chipsealing or asphalt experience and why you are suited to this role. For a confidential discussion, contact Sara Swailes on 027 439 8724, or click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application.
Other Details Eligibility: Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand. Pre-employment checks: The successful candidate will be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening, and relevant reference checks.
Join Our Team – Apply Today If you are reliable, safety-minded and ready to contribute practical skills or delivery expertise to chipsealing and asphalt programmes in Christchurch, we would love to hear from you. Bring your positive attitude and commitment to quality to a company focused on excellence in regional road maintenance.
Application details
Apply online for this role or contact Sara Swailes for more information.
Isaac Construction
In 1950 Isaac Construction was founded by two passionate conservationists – Sir Neil and Lady Isaac. Their legacy has left us with a unique ownership model as far as we know, we are the only civil construction company in the world that is owned by a conservation and wildlife trust!
Today, Isaac Construction is part of the Isaac Group, with a long and proud history of providing quality construction products and services throughout the South Island. Our teams deliver high quality, on time and on budget solutions for a wide range of construction needs, small and large, simple and complex. The desire to do great work in a way that supports the environment and the wildlife within it inspired Isaac Construction at its inception and continues to fuel us to this day.
