Ashburton Branch Manager

Fulton Hogan Ltd; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top‑up

Ongoing training and development

Staff discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan Ltd is seeking an experienced Ashburton Branch Manager to lead a 45‑strong team and drive safe, efficient and profitable outcomes across all divisions. You will oversee the regional road maintenance contract, contracting and quarry operations, and partner with clients and communities to deliver long‑term value.

The role requires a collaborative leader who can develop strategy, manage financial performance, and build a high‑performing, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead people and business performance across a complex operational environment.
• Strong commercial and financial management capability.
• The ability to develop and deliver strategic actions aligned to regional and business goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Ashburton Branch to deliver safe, efficient and profitable outcomes across all operating divisions.
• Drive branch performance in line with regional strategy and long-term business objectives.
• Build a strong, inclusive and accountable culture where ideas matter.
• Lead and support people leaders and teams to achieve high standards in delivery, safety and customer outcomes.
• Oversee the branch's financial performance.
• Strengthen relationships with clients, stakeholders and the wider community.
• Identify opportunities to improve, grow and move the branch forward.
• Ensure the branch is well positioned to deliver Good Work now and into the future.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Commercial & financial acumen

Strategic action development

Collaborative leadership

Performance driven

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

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

We’re looking for an experienced and people-focused Branch Manager to lead our Ashburton operation and help shape the next chapter of Good Work at Fulton Hogan. This is a broad leadership role with oversight across the branch’s Ashburton District Council Road Maintenance Contract, as well as a contracting and quarry operations, so you’ll be responsible for a variety of work that keeps the branch and the wider Canterbury region moving.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

As the Ashburton Branch Manager, you’ll be responsible for a team of 45 staff, where you will lead from the front with a low-ego, high-expectation approach. You’ll be trusted to drive performance, support your people and deliver effective, efficient and profitable outcomes across all divisions operating within the branch. It’s a role with real scope, real responsibility and real impact.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Lead the Ashburton Branch to deliver safe, efficient and profitable outcomes across all operating divisions.
• Drive branch performance in line with regional strategy and long-term business objectives.
• Build a strong, inclusive and accountable culture where ideas matter.
• Lead and support people leaders and teams to achieve high standards in delivery, safety and customer outcomes.
• Oversee the branches financial performance.
• Strengthen relationships with clients, stakeholders and the wider community.
• Identify opportunities to improve, grow and move the branch forward.
• Ensure the branch is well positioned to deliver Good Work now and into the future.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with Significant experience in a management role, ideally within infrastructure and construction or a related industry

• Proven ability to lead people and business performance across a complex operational environment.
• Strong commercial and financial management capability.
• The ability to develop and deliver strategic actions aligned to regional and business goals.
• A collaborative leadership style with the confidence to build positive relationships with customers, stakeholders and teams.
• A focus on performance, progress and doing the right thing by your people.
• Tertiary qualifications such as a Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent would be an advantage.
• All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.

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

• 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.