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
- Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
- Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
- A free pie and drink at Z station every month!
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Downer Greenspaces team have a reputation built through great people, access to first class plant and equipment and leading edge technology that allow us to deliver for our clients to the highest standards across New Zealand.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Team leader to join our dynamic Taranaki Greenspaces team. In this role, you will provide operational leadership, managing resources (people, plant, materials, subcontractors) to deliver on contract requirements, while optimizing safety, quality, and financial performance. As the Team leader, you will work collaboratively across sectors to ensure the effective delivery of services to our clients, achieving both operational and customer experience targets.
A bit about the role:
As a Greenspaces team leader, you will:
- Oversee the allocation of resources (people, plant, materials) and ensure efficient use of technology and job management systems to achieve positive outcomes.
- Develop strong working relationships, coach and mentor staff to meet performance targets, and support their career development through training initiatives.
- Lead by example in promoting a Zero Harm culture, ensuring all safety, environmental, and quality targets are met, and minimizing risks through effective compliance management.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, anticipate and resolve issues, and actively seek opportunities for organic growth in customer relationships.
- Monitor contract performance and project budgets, ensuring timely delivery and achievement of contract margins.
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
We are looking for a self motivated team member who has:
- Full Class 1 Drivers license required, HT would be an advantage
- Experience in operational management (within the Greenspaces sector would be highly regarded )
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- A qualification in Horticulture is highly desirable
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- STMS /Traffic management qualifications preferred; however full training can be provided for the right candidate.
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application!
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.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.