Operations Manager - Manawatu

The Why…

We have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager ideally with experience within Traffic Management or construction. You will love the challenge of a fast-paced business environment, be process driven, organised, and possess strong influential leadership qualities. You will have a sincere and respectful approach to dealing with people and fostering meaningful relationships.

At Traffic Safe NZ, we offer genuine learning opportunities with professional development and career progression. One of the rewarding benefits is you will build and lead a collaborative, engaged and passionate team.

The What and Who…
Traffic Safe NZ is a leading New Zealand-owned temporary traffic management company throughout the North Island. We enjoy a high- performing environment with a family-based culture and aim to ensure the highest level of safety for our employees, customers, and the community.

We care about each other and put the safety, wellbeing, and development of our people first.

The Operations Manager will provide effective management to our people and assets and shall oversee that jobs are scheduled and resourced in line with job scoping, client requirements and compliance considerations.

This role ensures all functions are performed in a safe manner and in accordance with the company’s health and safety policy, client requirements, Waka Kotahi requirements, rules and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Improve operational performance, productivity, efficiency, and profitability through the implementation of effective methods and strategies
• Plan, direct, train, and provide leadership of the branch’s in-field operations
• Drive business growth through people and process improvement
• Foster a high performing, winning culture underpinned by safety and delivery of quality service
• Implement and maintain auditing compliance, competency training, assessment and certification
• Reporting of branch operational KPI’s and performance
• Maintain productive relationships with new and existing clients and stakeholders

Role Requirements:

• Industry-relevant experience with proven people supervisory / management skills
• Relate well to a diverse range of people and working styles
• Apply critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and creativity to all situations
• A serious approach to Health and Safety Management
• An ethical, forward-thinking leader with experience managing ER related issues
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, remaining calm under pressure and always presenting a professional front

How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we want to hear from you. Click Apply Now!

If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please contact us on 0508 872 3342.

This application is only open to those legally entitled to work in New Zealand. We’ll be reviewing applications as submitted, so if interested, please get in quick as close date may alter.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Ministry of Justice check and pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

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