Lead quality assurance standards for pavement maintenance and operations
Drive quality standards in Pavement construction
Fixed term opportunity through to the end of June 2027
Based in Manawatu or Hawke's Bay
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
As the Principal Pavements and Road Maintenance Advisor, this is your opportunity to take a lead role in delivering quality pavement construction and pavement surfacing. Working closely with the Maintenance and Operations Group, you will monitor the quality of construction activities in the field and ensure these activities are linked to quality assurance documentation and requirements to achieve good quality outcomes on site.
This is a great role for someone focused on raising the bar and building capability across the industry. The role is regional in focus and involves strong relationship skills to ensure willing compliance with industry standards. Given the nature of the role, you will be on the road frequently, evaluating critical phases of construction to ensure compliance with critical construction standards while identifying and reporting on any deviation from the design. Your focus will be to reduce the impact of poor quality works for Aotearoa through every interaction and the way you work with others to lift team capability and improve reporting and records management.
Kokoetenei | About you
You are passionate about best practice pavement construction, and you know the impact it has, not only on vehicles using our roads but also on the lives of people in those vehicles.
You have worked in pavement design and construction, have a strong understanding of maintenance and operations, and possess ideas on how to improve existing construction standards and practices. You enjoy getting out there and imparting the knowledge you have built, and the idea of building capability is truly interesting to you. You have strong relationship management skills, experience in the industry, an eye for quality, and the ability to produce quality.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Significant field experience in delivering pavement and surfacing works
Competent and demonstrated understanding in the application of ISO systems and the ability to audit against these standards
Ability to cross-examine contractors' systems to incentivise and improve performance
Civil Engineering Qualification – Diploma or equivalent
To be considered for the role you must hold a current and valid New Zealand Driver's License (or equivalent). You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Maori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Maori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.
Ko wai matou | About us
The Maintenance and Operations team keep the transport system operational, safe, and optimised to meet the needs of all New Zealanders. Along with our other benefits, we also have a new Waka Kotahi Life, Income Protection, and Critical Illness Insurance scheme available for permanent employees.
Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply:
You will find a copy of the Position Description. Please click 'Apply for this Job' to upload your CV and cover letter.
Ra Katinga | Applications close: 19 November 2023
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