Department Manager - Transport

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

We’re looking for a Department Manager - Transport to lead our transport function and help keep our operation moving safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. This role is about more than keeping the wheels turning. You’ll lead people, manage performance, build strong client and stakeholder relationships, and spot opportunities to grow the business.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

You’ll be trusted to lead from the front, back your team, and make smart decisions in a fast-paced environment. Around here, Good Work means high expectations, low ego, and people who are serious when it counts.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Lead The Transport Department to deliver safe, high-quality work on time and within budget.
• Champion Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards across the department.
• Lead And develop team capability, performance, and day-to-day operations.
• Manage Financial performance, processes, systems, and department resources.
• Support Pricing, tenders, quotes, and estimates for transport-related work.
• Build Strong relationships with internal teams, customers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee Subcontractor agreements and contractual processes end to end.
• Identify Improvement and growth opportunities for the Transport Department.
• Ensure Work is delivered to client expectations and company standards.

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

• Significant Experience in the transport industry.
• Experience Leading logistics operations and managing medium-sized teams.
• Strong Commercial awareness and proven financial acumen.
• Strategic mindset, with the ability to spot growth opportunities and improve performance.
• Experience In support services business functions.
• The Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and keep people aligned when things get busy.
• Current Class 4 driver’s licence is preferred.
• Leadership style that is practical, respectful, and low ego.
• Strong focus on safety, accountability, communication, and doing what you say you’ll do.
• Collaborative, team-focused approach with the drive to build capability and get the best out of people.

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

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply:

If you’re an experienced transport leader who knows how to build teams, drive performance, and deliver Good Work, we’d like to hear from you.

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