South Island | Travel Required | Immediate Start

Are you looking for a hands-on outdoor role with consistent work, long hours, and the opportunity to be part of a close-knit crew? We are seeking motivated individuals to join a Road Marking Team delivering essential highway and road safety projects across the South Island.

With a busy workload secured through to April/May 2027, now is a great time to get involved in a growing industry that keeps New Zealand's roads safe.

About the Role

As part of the Road Marking Crew, you'll work alongside experienced operators installing and maintaining road markings on highways and local roads. This is a physical role requiring a strong work ethic, attention to safety, and a willingness to travel extensively.

You'll work in small teams of 2-3 people, supporting road marking operations, equipment setup, traffic management requirements, and general labouring duties.

What's On Offer

✅ Competitive hourly rate

✅ Stay Away Allowance when working away from home

✅ Consistent work available through until April/May 2027

✅ Opportunity for significant earnings through overtime

✅ Busy summer season with regular long hours

✅ Potential to work up to 70 hours per week during peak periods

✅ Support to gain ConstructSafe certification for the right candidate

✅ Career development opportunities within a growing industry

Hours of Work

• Predominantly day shift initially
• Transitioning to night shift work over the Christmas period
• Weekend work regularly available
• Hours are weather dependent
• Long days are common throughout the summer season
• Peak periods may involve up to 70-hour weeks

What We're Looking For

• Full Class 1 Licence (essential)
• Class 2 Licence highly regarded
• ConstructSafe certification preferred
• We can assist the right applicant in obtaining ConstructSafe
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Willing to travel and stay away from home regularly
• Available for weekend work when required
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Reliable, punctual, and team-focused attitude

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with road and highway marking operations
• Load and handle materials, including 25kg bags of glass beads
• Support equipment setup, cleaning, and maintenance
• Work safely around live traffic environments
• Travel throughout the South Island and stay away from home as required
• Complete physical labouring duties in varying weather conditions
• Follow all health and safety procedures and site requirements
• Work collaboratively within a small crew environment

Why Apply?

This role suits someone who enjoys working outdoors, doesn't mind travelling, and wants to be part of a hardworking team delivering critical road safety infrastructure. If you're looking for stable work, great earning potential, and the opportunity to build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and include details of your licence class, relevant tickets, and availability to start.