Supervisor

General Information Job Type: Permanent Category: Construction Technical Business: Higgins Location: Hamilton Job Reference: 42853 Posted Date: 17-Mar-2026 Closing Date: 16-Apr-2026

Description Higgins Construction Division based in Hamilton is looking for an experienced Supervisor to lead site crews and oversee day-to-day construction activities across our projects. This is a hands-on role where you will plan work, guide your team on site, and ensure jobs are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required standard.

You will work closely with project and operations managers, take ownership of site outcomes, and play a key role in supporting both your crew and the wider business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan and supervise daily and weekly site activities for assigned crews.
• Lead toolbox talks, site inductions, and pre-start meetings.
• Manage resources, plant, and materials to meet programme and productivity targets.
• Take responsibility for health, safety, quality, and environmental controls on site.
• Inspect work and sign off completed activities to specification.
• Communicate clearly with crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and the public.

What Youll Bring to the Role

• Significant experience in road construction with time spent in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of site safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Confidence planning work, solving problems, and making sound decisions on site.
• Relevant licences such as WTR and Class 1 to 4.
• Clear communication skills and a fair, respectful leadership style.
• A practical, organised approach with pride in leading by example.

Why join the Green Team

• Be part of a supportive team that looks out for one another.
• Competitive hourly rate plus vehicle.
• KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%.
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week.
• Opportunities to upskill and gain additional licences.
• A range of benefits for you and your family to enjoy.
• Access to educational funds for you and your children.
• Support for school holiday programmes and tutoring.
• Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee.

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, youll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth - because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check - youll need to be fit for work.

Were with you on the road ahead - Ko tatou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua.

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups dont always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So if this role is of interest but you feel you dont quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.