Area Supervisor - South Westland

Job Category:
Roading Construction,Roading Maintenance

Join the Westroads Team – Right Here on the Coast!

We’reproud to call the West Coast home. From Hokitika to Greymouth, Whataroa, and Haast, our teams work hard to keep our communities moving and thriving-wemaintain the lifelines of our region.

Our local knowledge and strong relationships make us more than a contractor-we’repart of the community.

Why Join Us ?

• Kiwi Saver contributions: 4% from day one, 6% after five years
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Team Culture:
  Professional, supportive, safety-focused, and proud to serve the Coast

Ready to make a difference where you live?Join Westroads and help build the future of the Coast.

Lead projects that keep South Westland moving!

We’re looking for an experienced Area Supervisor to manage civil construction and maintenance works across the South Westland District. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll oversee roading, utilities, and other client projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency every step of the way.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise civil construction and maintenance projects for roading, utilities, and other clients.
• Plan and coordinate resources, plant, and materials to keep projects on track.
• Conduct daily and weekly site briefings, including Health & Safety updates.
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance with project specifications.
• Ensure compliance with road safety and temporary traffic management standards.
• Support additional duties across the West Coast region as needed.

You will need:

• Strong leadership and team supervision skills
• High level of IT literacy, including RAMM/AWM experience
• Ability to plan, organise, and manage multiple projects
• Solid knowledge of civil construction practices and Health & Safety regulations.
• Class 5 driver's licence plus WTR endorsements

To apply for a job with us, you MUST be eligible to work in New Zealand. You will also need to undergo a Ministry of Justice background check and successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

We may begin shortlisting and interviewing before the application end date, so please submit your application as early as possible.