Senior Asset Manager

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 111,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Life, Income Protection and Critical-

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency in Blenheim is seeking a Senior Asset Manager to develop and oversee asset maintenance and renewal programmes for the state highway corridor and Marlborough District Council local roading network.

You will drive evidence-based decisions, optimise forward works programmes, and ensure alignment with network needs and funding. The role involves emergency response, investment planning and continuous improvement to improve safety and performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum asset management experience in transport or complex infrastructure.
• Ability to develop and manage forward works and long-term asset plans.
• Strong understanding of pavement engineering, treatment selection and maintenance.
• Budget management and financial forecasting expertise.
• Experience in asset condition assessment and programme development.
• Analytical skills to translate technical data into practical strategies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and contract management experience.
• Current full NZ driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee operational asset maintenance and renewal programmes for state highways and local roads.
• Drive evidence-based decisions to optimise forward works programmes and align with network needs and funding.
• Play a key role in emergency response, investment planning and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with experts to enhance network performance and deliver safe, resilient transport infrastructure.

Skills

Asset management

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Budget forecasting

Forward works planning

Contract management

Civil engineering knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

## Senior Asset ManagerApply: Blenheim: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: End Date: October 27, 2026 (15 days left to apply): JR-0000013488* Optimise asset maintenance and renewal for state highways and local roads* Analyse data to inform evidence-based asset decisions* Collaborate with experts to enhance network performance* Full-time, permanent position – based in Blenheim **Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**As a **Senior Asset Manager**, you’ll develop and oversee operational asset maintenance and renewal programmes for all assets within the state highway corridor and Marlborough District Council local roading network. You’ll drive evidence-based decisions, optimise forward works programmes, and ensure strategic alignment with network needs and funding. You’ll play a key role in emergency response, investment planning, and continuous improvement; making a real impact on the safety, performance, and future of New Zealand’s transport infrastructure. Find out more about the role here: **Position Description**. Appointment salary is between $111,051 to $123,390 commensurate with skills and experience. **Ko koe tēnei | About you**You are an asset management professional with:* Demonstrated experience in asset management for transport or complex infrastructure* Proven ability to develop and manage forward works and long-term asset plans* Strong understanding of pavement engineering, treatment selection, and maintenance* Budget management and financial forecasting expertise* Experience in asset condition assessment and programme development* Analytical skills to translate technical data into practical strategies* Excellent stakeholder management and contract management experience* Tertiary qualification in civil engineering, asset management, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)* Current Full NZ Driver’s license **Mō mātou | About Us**The Marlborough Roads team is responsible for the integrated management of both state highways and local roads, working collaboratively to plan, deliver and maintain a safe, resilient and customer-focused transport network. Through planning, effective programme development, strong stakeholder relationships and consistent operational delivery, the team helps ensure transport services and infrastructure meet community expectations, achieve value for money and support long-term regional outcomes on behalf of NZTA and Marlborough District Council. We offer:* 5 weeks annual leave* Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness insurance for permanent employees* Flexible working arrangements* A supportive environment where you can grow your career and capability* The opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference for New Zealanders**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:**Ready to help shape Marlborough’s transport future? Please click apply link and upload your CV and cover letter. **Rā Katinga | Applications close:**26 October 2026For further information, email: [e-mail] be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.