IDC Asset & Quality Engineer

Job Description

Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities taking responsibility having a crack being accountable and making it happen. We live by our REAL values Respect Energy & Effort Attitude Leadership and we demonstrate these through the good work we do every day as one team.

Nau mai haere mai ki tā mātou whānau Welcome to our Fulton Hogan Family

We are seeking an Asset & Quality Engineer to provide support to the Asset & Quality Manager for our new IDC contract in partnership with NZTA serving the Manawatū and Whanganui regions. Commencing May 2026 you will work collaboratively to deliver road and footpath repairs maintain clean streets manage streetlights and signage oversee drainage and vegetation maintenance and respond to emergencies. Your contribution will improve service quality and resilience for our communities whilst ensuring all activities meet required standards and stakeholder expectations.

This role is responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality management systems to ensure excellence in project delivery. Youll oversee teams to guarantee that work meets industry standards lead initiatives for continuous improvement and enforce strict assurance protocols. Youll also collaborate with stakeholders regularly update quality management plans and drive the achievement of new benchmarks in project outcomes.

In addition to the above you will:

• Oversee and maintain the quality of operational teams work through inspections monitoring and adherence to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Manage contractual procedures for scope changes direct operations and sub-contractor agreements

• Collaborate with Operations and Renewal Managers to prepare and submit reports claims and project programmes on time and to coordinate resources for efficient project delivery

• Provide leadership to staff supporting performance and high standards within the team

• Build strong professional relationships with NZTA and key stakeholders ensuring effective communication and cooperation

• Assist with additional duties or projects as needed demonstrating flexibility and teamwork

Good Work equals Good Benefits

• KiwiSaver employer contributions

• Fuel discountcard

• Parental leave top-up payment with additional return to work support

• Family scholarships

• Ongoing training and development career growth and progression opportunities

• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers

• Medical insurance (eligibility period applies)

• Life insurance

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.

Were looking for someone with:

• Hold a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) NZ Certificate in Engineering (NZCE) or a relevant diploma or have significant industry experience showing strong technical expertise in road and infrastructure maintenance

• Have five years experience planning delivering and overseeing large-scale operational projects in road or infrastructure environments

• Experienced in managing and developing teams with a background in leading staff fostering positive work cultures and supporting performance

• Demonstrate comprehensive departmental knowledge including NZTA standards contract management quality assurance and integrating these processes into operations

• Hold relevant safety certification showing commitment to safe work practices

• Class 1 drivers licence

Creating Connecting and caring for the community

Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives while at a regional and national level we provide financial support skills and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure.

Learn more about us: Homepage - Fulton Hogan and make an application to join our growing industry.

All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen.

We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities.

We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply.