CODC Maintenance Operations Manager

Role Title: CODC Maintenance Operations Manager

Location:  Alexandra, Central Otago

Contract Type: Permanent Full Time

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

We're looking for a Road Maintenance Operations Manager to join our Central Otago team. You'll lead operational delivery across the road maintenance network, manage resources and work programmes, and build strong customer and stakeholder relationships, helping us keep Central Otago's roads safe, resilient and performing at their best.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Reporting to the Department Manager – Maintenance, you'll provide operational leadership across the CODC Maintenance Contract, overseeing the delivery of road maintenance activities and leading a team of supervisors, crews and subcontractors. This is a varied role that combines field leadership, stakeholder engagement and office-based planning, requiring a strong presence across the network and work sites.

You'll play a key role in ensuring maintenance works are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard, helping keep Central Otago's transport network reliable and fit for purpose for the communities that rely on it every day.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day delivery of road maintenance operations across the Central Otago network, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

• Coordinate crews, plant, materials, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver planned and reactive maintenance programmes.

• Manage operational performance, monitoring productivity, contract KPIs, response times and customer outcomes.

• Build strong relationships with Council representatives, customers, subcontractors and key stakeholders to support successful contract delivery.

• Support planning, budgeting, forecasting and asset management activities to ensure resources are aligned with current and future work programmes.

• Drive a culture of safety, continuous improvement and team development across the maintenance operation.

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

• Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Management, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience).

• Proven experience leading operational teams within road maintenance, civil construction, infrastructure, or a similar environment.

• Strong understanding of road maintenance operations and contract delivery.

• Demonstrated ability to plan, programme and manage people, plant and resources effectively.

• Sound commercial and financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, forecasting and performance management.

• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong customer, contractor and community relationships.

• A strong commitment to health and safety, quality outcomes and continuous improvement.

• A current Class 1 Driver Licence.

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 and Life insurance after the eligibility period.

• 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 at Homepage - Fulton Hogan and apply to be part of our growing industry.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply:

Ready to make a real impact? Help lead the delivery of safe, reliable and sustainable road maintenance services across Central Otago. 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.