Foreperson - Central Highways

Fulton Hogan; New Zealand; Presencial; NZD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions 7%

Parental leave top‑up

Training & development

Retail discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Fulton Hogan is seeking a Foreperson for the Central Highways team in Central Otago. You will lead crews, plan daily works and coordinate resources to maintain safe, reliable state highway services. You’ll work with operations teams, clients and subcontractors to deliver quality outcomes while prioritising safety and productivity.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, planning, and effective communication to keep projects on track and drive continuous improvement in safety and efficiency.

Formación

• Experience leading crews in civil construction, roading or maintenance.
• Experience operating heavy machinery and plant.
• Strong planning, organisation and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership capability.
• Commitment to health, safety and quality.
• Ability to adapt and perform under pressure.

Responsabilidades

• Lead crews to deliver safe, high‑quality work across the state highway network.
• Plan and coordinate daily activities, resources, plant and materials.
• Monitor progress and resolve issues quickly and effectively.
• Coach, support and develop team members.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Ensure documentation, records and reporting are completed accurately.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Planning

Safety management

Communication

Team development

Problem solving

Adaptability

Herramientas

Heavy machinery operation

Plant operation

Descripción del empleo

Job Description - Foreperson - Central Highways

Location: Central Otago

Contract Type: Permanent Full Time

Fulton Hogan holds the NZTA Integrated Delivery Contract (IDC) for Central Otago, delivering state highway maintenance services across the network. The contract, secured for a 10-year term, encompasses all aspects of network maintenance, including cyclic maintenance activities, vegetation management, incident response, winter maintenance services, minor capital works projects and pavement, surfacing and drainage repairs and renewals.

We're looking for a Foreperson to join our Central Highways Team. You'll lead crews, coordinate daily works, and ensure maintenance activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard across the state highway network.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for planning work, managing resources, supporting crews, and keeping projects on track. You'll work closely with operations teams, clients, and subcontractors to deliver quality outcomes while maintaining a strong focus on safety and productivity.

Lead crews to deliver safe, efficient, high‑quality work.

Plan and coordinate daily activities, resources, plant and materials.

Monitor progress and resolve issues quickly and effectively.

Coach, support and develop team members.

Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders.

Ensure documentation, records and reporting are completed accurately.

Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity.

Experience leading crews in civil construction, roading or maintenance.

Experience operating heavy machinery and plant.

Strong planning, organisation and problem‑solving skills.

Excellent communication and leadership capability.

A commitment to health, safety and quality.

The ability to adapt and perform under pressure.

A positive attitude and strong work ethic.

A team‑focused approach and the ability to build strong relationships.

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.

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.

Help lead the delivery of safe, reliable state highway maintenance services across Central Otago.

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