Earthworks Foreman

This hands-on Foreman position will see you leading by example with the crew on the ground, managing key projects while operating a range of heavy machinery across multiple civil sectors - including pavement construction, bulk earthworks, and civil infrastructure.

With strong leadership and management support, this business balances high performance with a grounded, supportive culture. They have consistently delivered high-quality projects throughout Central Otago for decades, earning a reputation recognised by both clients and staff who are genuinely valued.

What's in it for you?

• $40 - $50 ph wages (DOE) + vehicle + phone
• Clear progression pathways and potential to grow into company management
• Join a family business that genuinely invests in its people
• A wide variety of work across the Central Otago region
• Be part of impressive projects and add them to your portfolio
• Modern, well-maintained fleet with low hours

The Role

This role is suited to an experienced Civil Foreman Operator with proven capability in organising and managing multiple projects and crews. You'll be proficient operating excavators (10T-30T), graders (12M), dozers, and loaders. Strong final trim skills are essential, as you'll be leading teams across highway roading and widening projects, full subdivisions, private land developments, bespoke rural works, and general civil infrastructure.

This is a tight-knit, family-run crew that takes pride in its team culture. You'll be supported and respected by skilled operators who enjoy what they do. Quality work and commitment don't go unnoticed - you'll be recognised through incentives and regular pay reviews.

To succeed in this role, you'll be confident reading and interpreting plans, well-presented, and comfortable in a client-facing environment. You're a team player who's happy to lend a hand where needed and preferably based in Cromwell, while being open to work across the wider Central Otago region. Most importantly, you take pride in your work and genuinely enjoy what you do.

What We're Looking For

• Foreman with a minimum of 5+ years' experience in pavement construction
• Experience operating a wide range of machinery, including graders and excavators (Class 2 licence or above is advantageous)
• Confident in reading and interpreting plans
• Able to anticipate risks and implement practical solutions
• Reliable, motivated, and equipped with a can-do attitude
• Strong communication skills; client-facing and well-presented

Please apply online now, or fire your CV through to Dunedin@Heights.nz

Applicants may be required to undertake pre-employment Alcohol and drug testing.

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa