Road Network Inspector & Operations Lead

HW Richardson Group; Balclutha; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Competitive remuneration package

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

HW Richardson Group in Balclutha is seeking a Network Inspector to join the Clutha Maintenance team. You will inspect the road network, identify defects, manage RFS, and coordinate crews and subcontractors to deliver safe, well-maintained infrastructure.

You will liaise with Council representatives, maintain RAMM records, and assist with programming and priority setting. A strong focus on health, safety and environmental compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in road maintenance, roading construction or network inspection.
• Knowledge of pavement defects, edge breaks, stabilisation and resealing activities.
• Experience identifying and prioritising maintenance requirements.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Experience working with RAMM or similar asset management systems.

Responsibilities

• Undertake routine inspections of the road network and identify pavement, shoulder and roadside defects.
• Assess maintenance needs and recommend appropriate repair or treatment options.
• Manage Customer Service Requests (RFS), including investigation, response, programming and close‑out.
• Coordinate and support the delivery of stabilisation and pavement resealing programmes.
• Liaise with stabilisation and resealing crews and subcontractors to ensure work is delivered safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, work histories and asset information within RAMM.
• Assist with monthly programming and work prioritisation.
• Liaise with Clutha District Council representatives regarding maintenance requirements and customer enquiries.
• Monitor quality, health and safety, and environmental compliance.
• Respond to network issues and emergency events when required.

Skills

Road inspection

RAMM experience

Communication

Planning & organising

Decision making in field

Tools

RAMM

Job description

HW Richardson Group in Balclutha is seeking a Network Inspector to join the Clutha Maintenance team. You will inspect the road network, identify defects, manage RFS, and coordinate crews and subcontractors to deliver safe, well-maintained infrastructure.

You will liaise with Council representatives, maintain RAMM records, and assist with programming and priority setting. A strong focus on health, safety and environmental compliance is essential.