Lead Foreperson - Roadway Maintenance & Safety

Fulton Hogan; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions 7%

Parental leave top‑up

Training & development

Retail discounts

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Safety management

Communication

Team development

Problem solving

Adaptability

Tools

Heavy machinery operation

Plant operation

Job description

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.