Project Superintendent | Benmore Hydro

This is a role for someone who likes being where the action is.

We're looking for an experienced Project Superintendent to lead the operational delivery of a major project at Benmore Hydro — one of New Zealand's most significant renewable energy assets.

You'll have genuine authority over construction delivery, leading multiple civil, structural and mechanical work fronts while managing Supervisors, Foremen, Leading Hands and site engineering teams.

This is complex infrastructure in an operating environment. It requires strong planning, clear leadership and someone who can spot a problem early and deal with it before it becomes tomorrow's emergency.

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‍Location Benmore, with a rostered working arrangement. Accommodation and a living-away allowance are provided for employees working away from home.

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‍What's In It For You

• $160,000–$180,000 salary package
• Company vehicle
• Accommodation while working away from home
• Living-away allowance
• Private health insurance
• Genuine authority over construction delivery
• A significant leadership role on a nationally important project
• Support from experienced project, engineering and operational teams
• Longer-term opportunities across a growing infrastructure pipeline

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead multiple civil, structural and mechanical work fronts
• Manage Supervisors, Foremen, Leading Hands and site engineering teams
• Develop and drive three-week look-ahead programmes
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials, subcontractors and specialist suppliers
• Sequence civil and mechanical works around access and installation requirements
• Coordinate temporary works, lifting and specialist mechanical activities
• Ensure permits, isolations and hold points are built into the plan
• Monitor productivity and remove barriers before they affect programme
• Maintain safe, organised and properly resourced work fronts
• Drive quality assurance, testing, commissioning and handover
• Manage critical risks across heavy lifting, stored energy and work at height
• Maintain clear communication with project leaders and key stakeholders
• Develop Supervisors, Foremen and emerging site leaders
• Address performance issues early and maintain clear accountability

What We RequireWe're looking for a proven construction leader with the ability to manage multiple teams and complex work fronts without losing sight of safety, quality or the programme. You'll ideally bring:

• Extensive experience leading major construction delivery
• Experience across civil, mechanical, industrial, energy or heavy infrastructure
• Proven ability to manage multiple teams through Supervisors and Foremen
• Strong short-term planning, sequencing and resource management capability
• A relevant civil or mechanical trade qualification
• Practical understanding of complex mechanical installation and civil-mechanical interfaces
• Experience coordinating temporary works and heavy lifting activities
• Strong knowledge of construction safety, quality and environmental requirements
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and construction methodologies
• Calm, decisive and practical problem-solving skills
• Strong client and stakeholder management ability
• Full New Zealand driver licence
• Valid Site Safe or Construct Safe – we can assist with this
• Ability to pass a pre-employment Drug Test

A mechanical trade background would be valuable, but it isn't essential if you can demonstrate strong multidisciplinary construction leadership.

Experience in hydro generation, renewable energy, heavy industrial construction, marine infrastructure, pump stations or operating assets would also be highly regarded.

If you're ready for a significant leadership role where you'll have real responsibility, complex challenges and a highly capable team around you, this is an opportunity to make your mark on a project that genuinely matters.

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‍Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.‍

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‍Why Choose Max People?‍Max People is a trusted New Zealand recruitment partner with 15+ years’ experience connecting great people with great workplaces. What started in construction has grown into one of the country’s leading labour-hire and recruitment providers across construction, civil, agriculture, dairy, manufacturing, and logistics.When you join Max People, you’re backed by a team that lives its values: Passion, Empathy, Optimism, Professionalism, Loyalty, and Empowerment. We’re here to support your journey, champion your growth, and help you build a future you’re excited about.