Job Description

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan

We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Department/Contract Manager to join our Manawatū team.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

As Maintenance Department/Contract Manager you will lead the overall performance of the maintenance contract function, with responsibility for both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic direction. You’ll provide strong people leadership, developing and coaching your team to perform at their best while building effective relationships with key stakeholders across the business. With full operational and financial accountability, you’ll ensure maintenance activities are well planned, efficiently executed, and aligned with organisational priorities.

You’ll also champion a strong, proactive safety culture and drive continuous improvement across all maintenance activities. This role offers real variety and challenge, along with the opportunity to make your mark, influence how the contract operates, and support the ongoing growth and capability of the team and wider operation.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Be aware of and oversee contractual procedures for managing changes to scope of work for direct work and sub-contractor agreements

• Ensure reports, claims and programmes are prepared and submitted correctly and in a timely manner

• Ensure forward planning, organising and ordering of contract subbies, materials, plant people

• Ensure your department staff are provided with leadership and guidance to maximise performance

• Ensure the delivery of all work to required standards and contractual agreements

• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and other key stakeholders

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

• 5 years relevant experience within roading maintenance and construction

• Leadership and people management experience with a strong focus on mentoring and development

• Understanding of job pricing including labour, plant and materials and associated margin/profit calculations

• Operational management – planning, resource allocation and coordination

• Financial management of budgets, cost-benefit analysis, reconciliation, reporting

• Have a solid understanding of civil construction methods, systems and techniques

• Time management skills and ability to prioritise to meet numerous and demanding deadlines

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

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You'll have access to:

• Medical insurance after the eligibility period.

• Life insurance.

• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.

• Parental leave top‑up payment with additional return‑to‑work support.

• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.

• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets - from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.

Learn more about us: Homepage - Fulton Hogan and apply to be part of our growing industry.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply:

Drive safer, smarter infrastructure across Aotearoa! Apply now and start your journey with our Fulton Hogan whānau.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.