Network Inspector

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Our West Waikato NZTA IDC team is looking for a Network Inspector to help maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performing network.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll carry out scheduled inspections, spot issues early, and make sure the right work gets picked up at the right time. You’ll use your judgement, eye for detail, and knowledge of road maintenance to assess asset condition, log faults, and provide the evidence needed for sound decision making. It’s Good Work that matters, with a team that’s flat, friendly, and serious when it counts.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled day and night visual inspections across the network and identify defects, faults, and maintenance needs.

• Assess asset condition, log and prioritise safety hazards, and update the Principal’s AWM system accurately.

• Scope and size required work, provide clear evidence for decision making, and support quality outcomes across operational delivery.

• Support planning, reporting, and coordination of resources while following contract requirements and processes.

• Build strong working relationships with NZTA and other stakeholders, and contribute to workshops and KPI delivery.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with

• Experience in road maintenance, including strong knowledge of network assets, defects, and contract delivery.

• Practical experience using Asset Work Manager (AWM formerly RAMM) and Mobile AWM systems, with a solid understanding of in the field processes.

• The ability to assess road conditions, identify hazards, and make sound decisions about urgency, risk, and required action.

• Current Class 1 driver licence.

• Proactive, accountable approach to safety, quality, and teamwork.

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

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. You’ll have access to:

• Medical insurance after the eligibility period.

• Life insurance from day one.

• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.

• Parental leave top up payment with additional return to work support.

• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities. Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

Ko wai mātou | About us

At Fulton Hogan, Good Work is about more than what we build. It’s how we show up, how we back each other, and how we get things done together. We’re not big on hierarchy or red tape. We’re a team that works side by side, shares ideas freely, and keeps moving forward.

We take the work seriously, not ourselves. That means a relaxed, human culture day to day, with high standards when it counts. Across Aotearoa New Zealand, our people are creating, connecting, and caring for communities through the infrastructure we deliver and the way we give back.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

If you’re ready to be part of a team doing Good Work across the West Waikato network, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and join Fulton Hogan.

All successful candidates will need to complete and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen before starting employment.