National Technical Manager - Auckland, New Zealand - Carmichael UK

Description

Our client, a well known contractor in New Zealand are currently seeking a

National Technical Manager

to join the team and work across a number of roadand land development contracts.

Job details:
New Technology Development
Research and identify new technology that will improve the performance and competitive advantage of the company.
Manage the successful implementation of the opportunities identified.
Technical Training and Advice
Provide technical advice, problem solving and training for Managers and Project Managers. This will include contractual and technical issues.

On occasions, will include organising and presenting at internal seminars and forums that encourage teamwork and the development of teamwork and individual capability.

Work as a Team
Product Development Planning and Strategy Development
Manage the Technical development and assist implementation of the Group's Product Development Plan.
Liaise closely with the company's Testing Laboratory's.
Promoting Group's Products and capability

Develop marketing plan and prepare technical presentation material, and technical procedures that will promote the products and capability of the Company.

Provide advice and direction on the correct design and use of materials and construction techniques.
Represent Company at Technical Forums
Promote the Group's interests at technical forums as and when required
Special Projects

Assist various branches (Managers or Project Managers) with tender proposals for major or technically challenging contracts including offshore and Design and Build projects.

Provide review of these proposals or projects if required.
Technical analysis of pavement failures and QA non-compliance.
Address project quality issues and pavement performance.
Provide analysis and review data.
Write reports to support company position on defects
Team and Peer Support
Technical support for the business.
To incorporate peer support especially in managing new technology and project development.

Motivates and encourages others to work across the group, prevents silos from appearing and contributes to developing strong team approach.

Identifies talent and mentors and coaches individuals and teams. Can get the best performance out of their team members.

Assists and leads in the management of suppliers in a way that works in partnership and trust so that we can both achieve our goals and profit.

Holds suppliers to account where necessary.
Maintain Health & Safety standards to the highest level
Qualifications
Degree or HND level qualification in civil engineering or related field
An enquiring mind and desire to understand issues
Strong Client relationship skills
Experience leading teams and managing in difficult circumstances
Excellent supplier relationship skills
Full understanding of the business and the Road Technology capabilities

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