Start your future with the Fulton Hogan Cadetship Programme 2026

Finished school or about to? Keen to get hands-on experience and build a career in construction?

Our 2-year cadetship programme is designed for school leavers aged 17–20 who want to learn on the job, try different parts of the business, and gain real industry skills.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Join Fulton Hogan from 25 January 2027 to January 2029 in an entry-level cadetship built to help you get started in the construction industry. You’ll rotate through areas such as surfacing, construction, quarries, industries and traffic management,  gain machinery training from experienced trainers, and  full support  to complete the Level 2 Certificate in Infrastructure Skills.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Learn on the job across different parts of the business
• Build practical skills in construction and infrastructure
• Take part in machinery training
• Work safely, reliably, and as part of a team
• Commit to the full 2-year cadetship

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with

• A positive, hardworking and resilient attitude
• Reliability and integrity
• Willingness to learn
• Confidence to get stuck in
• Interest in a future in construction
• Full Class 1 NZ drivers’ license or close to getting it

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

This cadetship is a chance to build confidence, learn by doing, and get a head start on your future. You’ll get:

• Real work experience while you learn
• Support from experienced crew who want to see you do well
• Exposure to different career pathways across the business
• Training that builds practical, transferable skills
• A recognised qualification to  support your next step

Ko wai mātou | About us

At Fulton Hogan, Good Work starts with good people. We keep things real, support each other, and step up when it matters. You’ll be backed to learn, grow, and give new things a go while working with a team that takes the work seriously.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

Apply now or email any questions, to [email protected]. Applications close 9 October 2026.

Submit your CV alongside a cover letter, telling us a little bit about yourself and what interests you in the infrastructure industry.