Foreperson - Central Highways

Fulton Hogan; Vincent Community; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions (to 7

Parental leave top‑up

Ongoing training and progression

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan is seeking a Foreperson for Central Otago. You will lead crews on state highway maintenance, plan daily activities, coordinate resources and ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and to high standards across the network.

In this hands-on role you will work with operations teams, clients and subcontractors to achieve quality outcomes while maintaining a strong focus on safety and productivity.

Qualifications

• Experience leading crews in civil construction or roading projects.
• Experience operating heavy machinery and plant.
• Strong planning, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership capability.
• Commitment to health, safety and quality.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team leadership

Civil construction

Roads maintenance

Heavy machinery operation

Planning & coordination

Job description

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

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.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• 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.

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

• 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.

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.

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