Maintenance Department Manager

Mō te tūranga | About the role

You want a role where you’re trusted, backed, and challenged without the stiff corporate vibe. At Fulton Hogan we’re flat, friendly, and a bit adventurous. We set the bar high and give you the freedom to reach it.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Maintenance Department Manager to lead our team on the Gisborne District Council Tūranga Maintenance contract. Gisborne is known for its welcoming culture, vibrant community spirit, golden beaches, and iconic sunrises – all set in a region rich in history and natural beauty.

In this role, you’ll lead the maintenance department delivering maintenance and renewals across the network, making sure every activity is delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to the standards our client and communities expect.

You’ll be the go-to leader for the maintenance contract, keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly while staying sharp on performance, safety, customer outcomes, and financial results. It’s a diverse, hands-on role where you can shape the future of the contract, build strong relationships, and drive smart improvements right across operations.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Lead and manage maintenance and renewals programmes from planning through to delivery and close out.
• Oversee programming, resourcing, budgeting, cost control and reporting for the Tūranga Maintenance contract.
• Ensure all works comply with contract requirements, relevant standards, specifications and health and safety obligations.
• Drive quality, innovation and continuous improvement in maintenance methodologies, systems and processes.
• Develop, coach and support a high-performing maintenance team and subcontractor base.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate with Gisborne District Council, internal stakeholders, consultants and contractors to achieve programme and customer outcomes.

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

• Significant experience in roading maintenance and renewals or civil infrastructure, ideally on long-term maintenance contracts.
• Strong technical understanding of network maintenance, asset management principles and contract delivery.
• Proven leadership and people management experience in a maintenance/roading or civil environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, programmes and multiple concurrent work streams.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Sound understanding of health and safety legislation and best practice, with a genuine commitment to keeping people safe.
• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Professional membership (for example, Engineering NZ / IPENZ, or similar) is an advantage.
• Full, clean NZ driver’s licence.

Ngā āhuatanga ka tukuna e mātou | What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a key long-term maintenance contract that makes a real difference for the community.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture.
• Competitive salary and company vehicle.
• Ongoing professional development and career growth.
• Generous relocation package to support the right candidate in making the move and settling into our beautiful region.

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

Good Work isn’t just about what we build – it’s how we show up, how we treat each other, and how it feels to be part of the team.

We’re also committed to the communities we live and work in. Our people regularly support local causes and initiatives, and across Aotearoa we provide time, skills, and resources to organisations strengthening our communities. We’re focused on reducing our environmental impact and regenerating healthy ecosystems, and we’re always looking for better, more sustainable ways to deliver infrastructure.

Good Work here means high expectations, low ego, and plenty of opportunity to grow your impact and your career.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

Applications will be reviewed and progressed as they come in, so if this sounds like your kind of role, don’t hang about — apply now!

Submit your CV and let us know why you’re keen to step into this Maintenance Department Manager role on the Gisborne District Council Tūranga Maintenance contract.