Branch Manager
Westroads Ltd is seeking an energetic Branch Manager to join the Greymouth Team on a permanent full time basis.
Summary about this job
Management
Company: Westroads Ltd
Location: West Coast
Work type: Full Time
Salary: $120,000 - $139,999
Phone: +64-6-879-3329
Fax: +64-7-184-8074
E-mail: n\a
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Detail information about job Branch Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Competitive remuneration package along with company vehicle + Kiwisaver
- Non-corporate environment giving you flexibility & scope to manage independently
- Career development opportunities and culture of support and learning
About the business and the role
Westroads has been in existence in its current form since 1995, we originated from the Westland District- and Grey District -Council Works Unit.
We have three branches i.e. Hokitika (head office), Greymouth and our newly (2014) acquired Christchurch Branch. We have a solid base of existing long term maintenance contracts with a wide range of clients.
We have grown significantly since our beginnings and even more significantly over the last two years. Our organization employs over 130 people and has developed a workforce that provides the best possible service to all customers.
Job tasks and responsibilities
The key responsibilities include:
- Being responsible for the profitable and efficient and safe operation of the branch
- Coordination of all elements of the contracts, pricing and tendering
- Contract management and administration
- Billing, progress claims and any associated variations
- Client and Staff Liaison over contracts
- Safety, environment, quality and risk management assessments
- Leading a team to achieve group goals
Providing excellent client service in all interactions
The position requires the successful applicant to be responsible for Safety Leadership, People Leadership, Branch Financial Management, Client Service Leadership & Operational Excellence.
To be successful you will require:
- Business Management acumen and at least 5 years' experience
- Experience within the civil engineering sector with Civil Engineering Qualification only as preferred
- Strong experience in construction & project management
- A strong contractor knowledge of civil Roading and utilities construction and maintenance
- Demonstrated previous experience in managing a large team
- Ability to effectively delegate, coach and train others
- Experience in managing job costing on projects
- Outstanding Client service leadership
- Strong problem solving skills with the ability to identify root causes
- Planning skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to proactively develop new client relationships
- Intermediate MS Office skills
- Solid decision making skills and a strong sense of urgency
- Commitment to Health & Safety
- Second to none negotiation skills
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Are you driven?
If you are ready to take on the role of a Branch Manager and lead a team who work together as a team as well as being part of a growing and successful company, with a passion for providing excellence in client service, then we would like to hear from you!
CV and covering letter is mandatory for this role.
You may choose to apply online at www.Westroads.co.nz
Job benefits and perks
Competitive remuneration package along with company vehicle + Kiwisaver
Non-corporate environment giving you flexibility and scope to manage independently
Career development opportunities and culture of support and learning