Maintenance Contract Manager – IDC

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Dunedin - New Zealand

profile Monthly Salary: $ 132000 - 170000
Posted on: 17 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location:Dunedin

Job Type:Full-Time Permanent

  • Take ownership of multi-million-dollarcontracts and drive real impact

  • Lead performance innovation and resilience across NZs state highways

  • Join a national team that values yourexpertiseand invests in your growth

TeWhiwhingamahi The opportunity

Step into a pivotal leadership role whereyoullmanage the Integrated Delivery Contract (IDC) forCoastal Otagooverseeing contract administration compliance and programme delivery for some of New Zealands most critical infrastructure.Youlldrive contractor performance foster collaborative supplier relationships and deliver value-for-money outcomes that keep our state highways safe resilient and future-ready.Youllbe the go-to expert for contract management technical oversight and emergency response with the autonomy to make a real difference.

Find out more about the role here:Position Description.

Kokoetēnei About you

Yourea contract management specialist with:

  • Demonstrated experience managing complex infrastructure maintenance contracts (NZS3917/3910 preferred)

  • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills

  • Proven ability to drive contractor performance and implement improvement plans

  • Deep understanding of asset management maintenance practices and health & safety

  • Financial managementexpertise including forecasting and value assessment

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Tertiary qualification in engineering quantity surveying infrastructure management project management or related field (or equivalent experience)

  • A current and valid NZ Drivers Licence

mātou About Us

At Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agencywerecommitted 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.

Kawhiwhikoeiteaha What you will get in return

Youlljoin 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$132000.00 and $170000.00commensuratewith skills and experience
  • The chance to lead contracts withannual budgets over $55Mand make your mark on NZs transport future.

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

Ready to step up and lead the future of NZs state highway maintenance
Wed love to hear from you. Apply today and join a teamthatsgoing places.

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

Rā Katinga Applications close:

22 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.


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Location:DunedinJob Type:Full-Time PermanentTake ownership of multi-million-dollarcontracts and drive real impactLead performance innovation and resilience across NZs state highwaysJoin a national team that values yourexpertiseand invests in your growthTeWhiwhingamahi The opportunityStep into a piv...
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