Marketing And Communications Jobs in New Zealand

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
At Road Science, our team is committed to driving innovation and finding new and exciting ways to create superior road and pavement solutions for every New Zealand situation. As an industry, we believe there can be improvement, and through our people and processes, we are leading the charge in meeting customers’ needs. At Road Science we are providing innovative products that will help ensure better pavement outcomes now and into the future.

We are seeking a creative communications professional to join us as Marketing Advisor to develop and implement a marketing and communications plan that boosts brand visibility, engages with target audiences and drives business growth.



Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Production Innovation ANZ, the Marketing Advisor will craft and execute campaigns for the Road Science business including launching new products, creating content for various platforms, and maintaining a consistent brand voice across all marketing materials.

Key deliverables in this role will be:

• Utilising market research and performance analytics to align communication efforts with the organisation's strategic goals.
• Managing internal communications, fostering employee engagement and promoting brand pillars within the organisation.
• Collaboration with external suppliers and agencies to execute marketing projects effectively and within budget.
• Overseeing the brand's digital presence, including social media management and search engine optimisation (SEO).

The Marketing Advisor plays a pivotal role in shaping the brand’s strategic planning, content development, and media relations to drive engagement and support strategic objectives.



Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

Your personal qualities will be key to your success in this role, you will be creative with plenty of initiative; a self-starter and have the confidence to drive your own ideas. You will have the ability grasp and bring complex concepts or technical material to life in fun, memorable and simplified ways. We’d also value:

• Knowledge of marketing principles and experience in developing brand awareness particularly within the external market.
• Excellent Graphic Design skills including proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (particularly Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator) is highly desirable
• Experience in media relations, ability to write and distribute press releases, manage media enquiries and organise events.
• Strong strategic thinking, excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to align communication efforts with organisational goals and maintain clarity and consistency across formats.
• Strong project management abilities, including multitasking, prioritising, and using data to refine communication strategies.

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
• All the tools of trade you need to do your job
• Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
• Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers

Have a look at our other great benefits here!



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 715407.

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.