Yard Manager - Tawa

About the role

Brian Perry Civil, a specialist in ground engineering and civil construction within VINCI Construction, is looking for a Yard Manager to take ownership of the safe, efficient day-to-day running of its Tawa yard. The role leads the yard team, coordinates plant, equipment and materials, and keeps assets maintained, certified and ready for projects, working closely with operations, project teams, suppliers and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the yard team, set priorities and build capability through coaching, feedback and practical training.
• Manage cleaning, storage, stocktake, inspection and readiness of plant, equipment, tools and materials.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs, keeping asset, rigging, certification and servicing records accurate and current.
• Plan labour, plant and yard resources for project needs, including mobilisation, logistics and changing priorities.
• Champion safe work through pre-starts, critical risk controls, lift planning, permits, incident follow-up and tidy work areas.
• Monitor costs, productivity, quality and environmental controls, resolving issues early.

Required profile

• Practical people leader with proven experience leading frontline teams in civil construction, plant, yard, logistics or a similar heavy-industry environment.
• Current Class 1 Driver Licence with WTR.
• A relevant trade or infrastructure qualification is desirable.

Required skills

• Plant and equipment inspection, maintenance coordination, stock control and asset records.
• Strong safety leadership, including critical risks, lifting activities, permits and incident follow-up.
• Planning and communication skills to coordinate crews, suppliers, subcontractors and project teams.

What we offer

• Tawa-based leadership role with ownership of yard operations and asset readiness.
• Ongoing learning, development and career progression.
• Employer KiwiSaver contributions matched up to 4%.
• Retail discounts and benefits for you and your family.
• The backing of VINCI Construction's global network.