We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to become an integral part of the dynamic Higgins Green Team in Hawkes Bay.About the roleWe're looking for a versatile, hands-on leader capable of overseeing our Workshop, Transportation, and Yard Operations. With a focus on enhancing plant efficiency and utilization, this role demands proactive operational management skills. You'll lead a team of 3 direct reports and 8 indirect reports, driving productivity across various functions. This full-time permanent position operates Monday to Friday, starting at 6 am.Plan and supervise trucking and plant activities so that branch needs are delivered on time and in the most cost-effective wayEnsure yards are maintained, meet health, safety and environmental requirementsManage stores, ordering, distribution and monitoring to ensure correct allocationsSchedule fleet maintenance relative to operational needs, repair urgency and availabilityEnsure plant is safe and compliantLead continuous improvement and delivery of projectsWhat you'll bring to the role Previous knowledge and experience in a similar rolePlant and people resourcing, plant utilisation, and plant cost management experienceEffective leadership and interpersonal skills, creating an environment for operational excellenceExperience with fleet management systems and reportingMechanical aptitudeAbility to plan, prioritise and schedule workHigh level of communication skills with the ability to influenceAbility to build robust and effective relationships with key stakeholdersWhat's on offer? A rewarding annual salary + company vehicleAn industry-leading parental leave packageChances for every employee to develop their career through in-house programmes as well as our generous employee education fund to pay for external programmes. This fund also supports the learning and development needs of tamariki.Career development opportunities within the wider Fletcher Construction and Fletcher Building businessAbout us Higgins is a leading roading and civil infrastructure company in New Zealand. We are on a dynamic growth path with people at the heart of what we do every day. We offer a great working environment, competitive hourly rate, subsidised medical insurance and subsidised education and training for you and your dependants.Building better roads for safer journeysHow to applyInterested? Click apply and provide a current CV.Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to complete a Ministry of Justice check and pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check – you'll need to be fit for work!We welcome your individuality. We are enriched by so many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us stronger.#J-18808-Ljbffr
