JOB LISTING
Asphalt Plant Labourer
Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty
Full time
$25 to $27 per hour
Date of Listing: 13 Jan 2025
Ko Wai Mātou | Who we are
Acon Industries is a leader in the asphalt and chipseal roading industry, providing high-quality services in road construction. We have recently formed a new business to purchase and operate a new asphalt plant for the Tauranga and wider Bay of Plenty region. If you have strong experience working in a plant or manufacturing role we want to hear from you!
Ngā Mahi | The Opportunity
The Labourer supports the safe, efficient, and effective operation of the asphalt manufacturing plant. The role involves assisting with site maintenance, operating equipment, managing material handling, and ensuring health, safety, and environmental compliance.
Ngā Haepapa | Key Responsibilities
Operate machinery, including water carts, power-brooms, and loaders.
Assist in asphalt production, including bitumen transfer and material management.
Perform aggregate gradings as part of a rostered schedule.
Fuel and maintain machines to ensure optimal performance.
Attend pre-start and shift change meetings.
Participate in fire drills, spill response, and emergency preparedness exercises.
Perform Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures for safe operations.
Attend health and safety (H&S) meetings.
Report all incidents, accidents, and near-misses to the supervisor.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised worksite.
Assist with plant repairs and routine maintenance tasks.
Deliver asphalt samples to the laboratory for testing.
Oversee and manage material deliveries, including verifying delivery documentation.
Ensure timely handling and storage of materials.
Effectively manage time to balance operational tasks and safety responsibilities.
Collaborate with team members to ensure production goals are met.
Ōu Pūkenga | About You
Must Have:
Full Drivers Licence - Class 1.
Permanent Rights to work in New Zealand.
Good to Have:
Drivers Licence - Class W, F
Safe handling of bitumen
First Aid
Permit receiver
Working at heights
Confined space & gas detection
JSA competency
LOTO competency
Fire extinguisher training