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
Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role
$500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
Free monthly benefits in association with Z Energy

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

The Downer South division is highly respected and has a great track record for delivering a high standard of work across the country. We are looking for an experienced Supervisors to provide support within the Rangitīkei District out of our Marton and Taihape depots.

In this role you will be responsible for planning, organising, directing, and controlling the activities of crews to ensure that work is completed to customer satisfaction while meeting safety, quality, productivity, and profitability targets.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role where you will manage a diverse team, ensure efficient operations, and maintain high standards in both safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

Organise, direct, and monitor maintenance project operations within our rural network
Oversee ad direct activities of subcontractors to ensure their work aligns with project objectives
Ensure plant under your control is maintained, operated safely, and in compliance with safety, quality assurance, and environmental requirements
Deploy crews efficiently, ensuring work is completed on time and meets safety, quality, and productivity targets
Liaise with clients and company representatives to ensure customer satisfaction

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

To be successful in this position, you will bring with you:

Supervisory experience in the contracting industry, preferably in maintenance
Proven experience managing staff, plant, and ensuring return on investment
Proven leadership ability and the capacity to influence others
Excellent problem solving skills, initiative, and a drive to meet project deadlines
Demonstrated commitment to the company values and behaviours that empower others

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 719352

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.

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Supervisor

Downer New Zealand

Supervisor

Downer New Zealand

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Downer New Zealand

Supervisor

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Job Description

Desired Soft Skills

Benefits and Perks

Job Schedule

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