IDC Asset & Quality Manager

Job Description

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

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.  

Join our team in Palmerston North as the NZTA IDC Asset & Quality Manager

Fulton Hogan is proud to have acquired the NZTA Integrated Delivery Contract (IDC) for Manawatū-Whanganui, taking responsibility for the majority of state highway maintenance and renewals across the region. Join our dedicated team and help deliver high-quality, efficient road services that keep communities connected and safe, all while working in a supportive and rewarding environment.

The Asset & Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing both the contractor’s quality management and MSQA processes, as well as all aspects of asset information management. This combined role ensures the accuracy and timely delivery of onsite quality records, the upload of work completion and defect data, and the overall integrity of data provided to the Principal’s Asset Management Database, in accordance with the Data Management Plan and Asset Management Data Standard. Working closely with the principal and key stakeholders, the role involves validating and analysing performance data, managing key databases and asset information tools, and aligning quality standards with contractual and client requirements.

In addition to the above you will:

• Ensure all team members have the experience, knowledge, and support needed to exceed quality standards, fostering pride in workmanship

• Establish, maintain, and continually improve effective quality management systems, assurance processes, and accurate asset data aligned with contract specifications

• Oversee and manage asset information systems, conduct quality audits and reviews, and provide comprehensive documentation and monthly quality reports

• Drive achievement of key performance indicators, ensure timely remediation of defects, and support ongoing improvement and durable contract delivery

• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships for effective planning, coordination, and support of contract activities and improvement projects

Good Work equals Good Benefits

• 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 (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. 

We’re looking for someone with:

• Relevant engineering degree, diploma, or significant industry experience in civil construction, asset and traffic management, with strong technical and problem-solving skills

• At least five years’ experience in asset data management, civil engineering, or site operations, demonstrating quality delivery and regulatory compliance

• Team management experience preferred, with the ability to foster safety, performance, and a collaborative culture

• Solid knowledge of departmental procedures, industry standards, and road maintenance contracts

• Class 1 driver’s licence

• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills, with proven stakeholder relationship management

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.