Branch Manager

Job Description

At Fulton Hogan, strong leadership is an important part of being a successful and enduring infrastructure business. For the past 90 years, our leaders, from Board and Executive level, through our Regional Management Teams, have provided governance and direction so that together we deliver the best strategic outcomes for our business we can achieve our vision of creating, connecting and caring for communities.

We are looking for a leader driven by a passion for high performance, collaboration and fostering strong relationships with employees across the business. Our culture thrives on our Real values - Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude and Leadership. Our employees live by these values through the work they do, every day, as one team.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Branch Manager to join our senior leadership team on the East Coast.

Based in Gisborne Tairawhiti, you’ll play an important part in supporting the success and growth of our Gisborne and Wairoa branches. Renowned for its welcoming culture, vibrant community spirit, stunning golden beaches, and iconic sunrises, all set within a region rich in history and natural beauty. Join us to lead our team in this unique setting. Reporting to the East Coast Regional Manager, you’ll help manage a busy branch with valuable assets and oversee a team of about 180 staff. You’ll contribute to planning and help run daily operations, supporting safety, environmental and financial performance while helping maintain client and staff satisfaction.

You’ll also assist with commercial and contractual responsibilities, working towards long-term goals for the business. Your ability to understand client needs and come up with practical solutions will help us move forward. Good relationship-building skills will support strong client partnerships. With your energy and a positive outlook, you’ll help drive progress and work towards lasting aims for the region.

In addition to the above you will:

- Oversee all branch operations, ensuring sustainable business practices- Provide strong leadership and guidance to divisional staff to maximise performance- Maintain the highest standards in commercial and contractual management across divisions- Support pricing, tendering, and forward work acquisition- Proactively identify and resolve potential issues- Build and nurture client relationships to foster loyalty and trust

Good Work equals Good Benefits- Company vehicle provided in this position- KiwiSaver employer contributions- Fuel discount card- 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- 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.

We're looking for someone with:

- Minimum of five years' management experience in the civil construction industry- Degree or equivalent suitable qualification in civil engineering / business management- Business leadership experience with demonstrated leadership capability with a focus on people, safety and quality- Strong financial management skills and commercial acumen (including asset, budgeting, cost-benefit analysis and reconciliation)- Extensive experience in tendering, pricing strategies, cost estimation, and managing the bidding process- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders, both internally and externally- Excellent problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking- Sound knowledge of NZTA and/or local authority management processes, as well as an understanding of the relevant industry legislation and regulations- Current class 1 full 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.

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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._