Foreperson/Leading Hand, Manawatū-Whanganui
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Downer New Zealand

Foreperson/Leading Hand

  • Posted Today
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Job Description

About Us
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

About the Team
Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.


Job Description
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

  • Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
  • Overtime opportunities
  • All the tools of trade you need to do your job
  • Discounts for Samsung, Gym and memberships and more!
  • Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers


Have a look at our other great benefits here!

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer NZ is a leading provider of integrated services. Our commitment to building long-term relationships and supporting our customers with high calibre services and solutions; the talents of our people; and consistent excellence in operational delivery sets us apart.

Our Palmerston North team are looking for a Foreperson, you'll lead a team, organise, plan and direct the operations to ensure that work is completed to a high standard. Working alongside the Supervisor, you'll carry out toolbox meetings, run crew brief plans and work together. You'll also be involved in other duties, operating our modern machinery and so much more.

You will be a specialist tradesperson who can lead and motivate your crew to carry out construction and repairs within the Palmerston North space on a day-to-day basis. Duties within your team include:

  • Planning tasks with the supervisor, and following up to ensure they are completed efficiently and to the required specification and standard
  • Ensuring efficient use of materials, supplies, and equipment
  • Providing and organizing on-the-job development/training for the team and supporting general career development



Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You will bring with you experience leading a crew. You'll easily be able to deal with unexpected events and provide direction to your team.

  • A class 1 full New Zealand drivers licence with WTR
  • Class 2 drivers licence preferred
  • An organised and systemic approach to working environment
  • Proven experience managing a team
  • Good communication skills, you'll be able to easily chat with your crew and also engage with clients and senior managers
  • Ability to read plans
  • Previous experience building retaining walls would be ideal


Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 718592.

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.

Hard Skills Required

  • Crew Supervision
  • Equipment Operation
  • Construction Planning
  • Retaining Wall Building
  • Plan Reading

Soft Skills Required

  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Team Coordination

Benefits and Perks

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    Extended Parental Leave
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    Unlimited Annual Leave
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    Inclusive Workspace
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    Employee Mentoring Program
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    Health Insurance
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    Mental Health Workshops
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    Counselling Services
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    Physical Health Workshops
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    Wellness Program
  • 📈
    Professional Development
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    Employee Discounts and Rewards
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    Long Service Rewards
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    Referral Bonuses
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    Flexible Work
  • Sick Leave
  • Wellbeing Support
  • Bereavement Leave

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work
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