Foreperson - Chipseal

Hamilton, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 4, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 21, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Lead the day-to-day delivery of chipseal surfacing works by coordinating crews, plant, materials, and traffic management. Ensure all projects are completed safely, well-organized, and on schedule while maintaining quality standards.

Job details

DESCRIPTION The Higgins team in Hamilton is looking for an experienced Foreperson to join our Sealing team. Lead the day-to-day delivery of chipseal surfacing works, coordinating crews, plant, materials and traffic management to keep each job safe, well organised and on programme. You’ll use your practical surfacing knowledge to respond to changing site conditions, maintain quality standards and give your crew clear direction on site. * Plan, sequence and coordinate chipseal surfacing activities * Supervise binder spraying, chip spreading, rolling and traffic management * Organise labour, plant, subcontractors, suppliers and materials * Monitor weather, surface conditions and application rates, adjusting plans as needed * Complete quality checks, surfacing records and site documentation * Lead pre-starts and toolbox meetings, coach crew members and reinforce safe work practices About You: * At least five years' experience in road surfacing, including leading crews on site * Strong knowledge of chipseal operations, including binder spraying, chip spreading and rolling * Class 1 driver's licence, with WTR endorsements or the ability to obtain them * STMS qualification or experience working closely with traffic management operations * Bitumen, chipseal or other surfacing industry training is advantageous * Practical problem-solving skills, strong communication and the ability to adapt to changing site conditions and changing priorities Why Join Us: * Competitive hourly rate * Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week * KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4% * Opportunity to upskill and gain further licenses * Retail discounts for you and your family to enjoy * 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, you’ll 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 – you’ll need to be fit for work! We're 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 don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t 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. GENERAL INFORMATION Job Type Permanent Category Construction/Technical Business Higgins Location Hamilton Job Reference 44590 Posted Date 21-Sep-2026 Closing Date 21-Oct-2026

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires at least five years of experience in road surfacing with strong knowledge of chipseal operations. Candidates must hold a Class 1 driver's license and possess or be able to obtain WTR endorsements and STMS qualifications.