Network Inspector

Higgins; Napier; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver matching contributions up to

Fuel discounts

Pie and coffee benefits

Employee benefits for you and your wha

Job summary

Higgins is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Network Inspector to join our Hawke's Bay team. You will inspect local and national road networks to support safe, reliable transport and asset decisions.

You will collect data, identify defects, and provide evidence-based input to planning and maintenance teams while contributing to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in roading, civil construction, infrastructure or maintenance sectors.
• Understanding of road maintenance and asset management.
• Strong attention to detail in identifying defects and risks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Comfort using tablets, mobile tech and data systems.
• Commitment to safety and quality.
• Current New Zealand driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections across local and national road networks per contract and FIG.
• Monitor network condition, safety and performance against Levels of Service.
• Identify defects, hazards and non‑compliance; document accurately.
• Collect and maintain inspection and asset data.
• Support maintenance planning with condition assessments and recommendations.
• Collaborate with clients and delivery teams for best-for-network outcomes.
• Participate in incident response and after-hours duties as required.
• Travel across Hawke's Bay network as needed.

Skills

Road inspections

Asset management understanding

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication with stakeholders

Tablet & mobile tech proficiency

Safety-conscious attitude

NZ driver’s licence

Tools

Tablet devices

Asset inspection software

Job description

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Higgins is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Network Inspector to join our Hawke's Bay team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining the safety, reliability, and performance of both local and national road networks across the wider Hawke's Bay region.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for carrying out network inspections, identifying defects and risks, and providing accurate, evidence-based information that supports asset management decisions. Working closely with clients, stakeholders, and operational teams, you'll help deliver quality outcomes while contributing to a strong culture of safety, continuous improvement and "Right First Time" delivery.

What you'll be doing

• Conducting inspections across local and national road networks in accordance with contract requirements and the Fault Identification Guide (FIG)
• Monitoring network condition, safety and performance against agreed Levels of Service
• Identifying defects, hazards, risks and non-compliance issues and ensuring they are accurately recorded
• Collecting, analysing and maintaining accurate inspection and asset data
• Supporting maintenance planning and treatment decisions through condition assessments and technical recommendations
• Working collaboratively with clients, stakeholders and delivery teams to achieve best-for-network outcomes
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities
• Participating in incident response activities and rostered after-hours duties when required
• Undertaking travel throughout the wider Hawke's Bay network as required

What you'll bring

• Experience within the roading, civil construction, infrastructure or maintenance sectors
• Understanding of road maintenance, asset management or network inspection activities
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and assess network defects and risks
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship skills
• Confidence using tablets, mobile technology, and computer-based systems
• A proactive approach to safety and quality
• A full New Zealand driver's licence

We offer

• Competitive salary package
• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career growth opportunities within the wider Fletcher Construction and Higgins businesses
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Z fuel discounts, including monthly pie and coffee benefits
• KiwiSaver employer contributions matched up to 4%
• Employee benefits that support you and your whānau
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the transport networks that keep Hawke's Bay moving

About Higgins

Higgins is a leading roading and civil infrastructure company in New Zealand. We are committed to delivering high-quality infrastructure while creating a safe, supportive and inclusive workplace for our people. Our teams play a vital role in building and maintaining the transport networks that keep New Zealand moving.

At Higgins, we're with you on the road ahead – Ko tātou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and a health check.

We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.