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
Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei
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
- All the tools of trade you need to do your job
- Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers
Have a look at our other great benefits here!
The Opportunity | Te kōwhiringa
The Connect Hamilton is a collaborative working agreement between Hamilton City Council and Downer, responsible for the planning and delivery of the majority of transportation-related physical works activities in Hamilton (maintenance and renewal). Connect Hamilton has a high performance approach, thrives on continual improvement and has a real willingness to try new things and challenge status quo.
We have great opportunity for an experienced foreperson to lead the Maintenance Crew. The team will be looking at you to lead them day-to-day to carrying out toolbox meetings, develop crew brief plans and developing a ‘one team’ approach. Your duties will involve guiding and directing the small team, operating some machinery as well as doing what’s necessary to deliver all Health, Safety, and Quality requirements.
Important Skills | Nga pūkenga matua
You will bring with you experience leading a crew along with your industry experience.
- Experience supervising teams
- Minimum Class 2 full New Zealand Driver’s licence
- High standard of workmanship and quality focus
- Excellent communication skills – with the ability to communicate with stakeholders.
- A keen eye for safety to ensure everybody goes home at the end of each day.
- The ability to build a cohesive team working together and for each other.
Our Organisation | Ko wai mātou
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!
How to apply | Me pēhea ki te tono
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 709461
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.
