Contract Engineer North Rural

Auckland Transport (AT) is on a mission to transform Auckland into a vibrant city that moves, so that Aucklanders can connect with the people and places they love. Be part of Auckland's exciting future and development. From transport infrastructure to customer-focused solutions, we're creating seamless journeys across our city that enable businesses and Aucklanders to thrive. Regardless of your choice to walk, cycle, drive, take the ferry or train, we are passionate about working together to deliver safe, efficient, innovative and sustainable options whilst providing a transport system that will create a vibrant and connected Auckland.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We have a fantastic permanent opportunity as a Contract Engineer joining our Road Asset, Maintenance & Renewals Team, based in North Auckland. Responsible for assisting the Contract Manager in the management of the road maintenance contract and the programming and delivery of road maintenance and renewal works to maintain the road network to the desired levels of service. This role forms part of the combined road maintenance team (AT/supplier) and will support the Contract Manager in establishing and maintaining a strong collaborative working relationship with our supplier to support the intent and objectives of the Collaborative Maintenance Partnership (CMP) contract.

A typical day might include:

• The delivery of road maintenance and renewal works and achievement of the contract's objectives and desired outcomes in the respective contract area.
• Reviewing and approving the contractor's monthly work programs.
• Managing the delivery of the annual road maintenance and renewal programs.
• Reviewing and certifying the quantity and quality of completed work, for payment and quality assurance purposes.
• Formulating written responses to customer requests.
• Developing solutions that meet our customers' needs, while maintaining a safe and high-performance network.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

As a seasoned professional, you will bring 2-5 years' post-graduate experience in the delivery of road maintenance and/or road renewal or related construction activities. Ideally you will have:

• Experience in the use of RAMM, including RAMM Contractor, Network Manager and RAMM GIS.
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a relevant discipline or significant proven experience in a similar role.
• Results focused with demonstrated use of initiative, proactive problem solving and a 'can do' attitude to solve complex challenges - particularly across diverse stakeholders and business units.
• Strong commercial acumen and financial management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship skills.
• High customer orientation while maintaining a delivery focus.

At AT, we embrace inclusion and fully support building a diverse workplace where people come first and we feel safe, respected, valued and supported, inclusive of our differences. Our values are more than just words - they are integral to everything we do. Manaakitanga - We care, Tiakitanga - Safe with us, Whanaungatanga - We connect, Auahatanga - Better, bolder, together. In addition, we also offer:

• Investment in your professional development and training
• Opportunity for greater leadership and accountability
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Study assistance
• Health and Wellbeing benefits
• Professional memberships
• AT Connect groups such as Mana ka Māori, Women@AT, and many more!

Come join us in shaping the future of transport in Auckland - apply today with an updated CV and cover letter. We tiaki all those who use transport in Tāmaki Makaurau. Please note that our offices will be closed for our annual end of year shut down. You may experience a delay in hearing from us across this time, we will be in touch after we return to work between 6th & 13th January 2025. #LI-LM1 Yes, please note, this position is deemed a safety sensitive position and will require the successful applicant to undertake pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Reference # 69046 Posted: 20 Dec 2024 Closes: 05 Jan 2025 23:55 Location(s): North Auckland Expertise: Contract Management, Engineering Asset Management, Engineering Roading, Roading #J-18808-Ljbffr