Structures Manager

New Zealand Transport Agency

Job Location:

Palmerston North - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: $ 110000 - 145000

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: Palmerston North or New Plymouth

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Own and optimise a multi-million dollar structures portfolio
Shape the future of bridges and critical assets across NZs highways
Collaborate with industry leaders and drive strategic investment

Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity

As a Structures Manager youll take charge of the structures asset portfolio for your region; ensuring optimal lifecycle management asset performance safety compliance and value for money across the state highway network. Youll lead contract administration strategic investment planning and risk management for bridges and structures working closely with consultants contractors and technical specialists. This is your chance to make a visible impact on the safety resilience and future of New Zealands transport infrastructure.

Find out more about the role here: position description

Ko koe tēnei About you

You are a structures or civil engineering professional with:

Strong experience in structures asset management lifecycle planning and programme development
Proven ability to manage consultants and contractors for maintenance and renewals
Deep knowledge of bridge/structures engineering design standards and maintenance
Budget management and financial control expertise
Experience in risk assessment business case development and funding applications
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Tertiary qualification in civil or structural engineering (or equivalent experience)
Professional membership with Engineering NZ/SESOC (preferred)

Mō mātou About Us

At Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency were committed to delivering great outcomes for New Zealandersnow and for the future. Our Maintenance and Operations team keeps the transport system safe reliable and optimised ensuring people and freight can move efficiently every day. We value collaboration courage and wellbeing in everything we do.

Ka whiwhi koe i te aha What you will get in return

Youll join a team that values wellbeing collaboration and courage. We offer:

A competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible working arrangements (role dependent)
5 weeks annual leave
Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for all permanent employees
Appointment at a salary between $110000.00 and $145000.00 commensurate with skills and experience
The opportunity to manage budgets up to $10M and shape the future of NZs critical infrastructure

Along with these benefits youll be part of an organisation that is committed to making a difference for New Zealanders.

Ready to take the next step in your career

Wed love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team thats going places.

Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply:

Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

Rā Katinga Applications close:

8 February 2026

For further information email:

To 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.

Required Experience:

Manager

Location: Palmerston North or New PlymouthJob Type: Full-Time PermanentOwn and optimise a multi-million dollar structures portfolioShape the future of bridges and critical assets across NZs highwaysCollaborate with industry leaders and drive strategic investmentTe Whiwhinga mahi The opportunityAs a...