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
Social Infrastructure & Citizen Services delivers the critical thinking, building, maintenance and sustainment behind Australia and New Zealand’s essential public assets, facilities and community services. The communities we serve are at the heart of our operations. Be it through facilities management of critical public assets, precinct upgrades, new energy solutions or professional and technical advisory. We run places of healthcare and education, custodial facilities, we manage customer data centres and critical systems, we take asset management risk over 25 years through our portfolio of Public Private Partnership (PPP) contracts, and we are a trusted advisor and partner to our New Zealand and Australian Defence Forces.
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
- This is a great opportunity for you to join our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of a great team thriving in a collaborative fast-paced environment.
- Discounts for insurance, retail stores, gym memberships and more!
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Downer NZ holds a long-term Asset Management and Facilities Management contract with the Department of Corrections and the Ministry of Justice. Downer provide enhanced and extended scope of works and implement new processes to ensure that all facilitates are well managed and maintained. We are currently seeking a Plumbing Team Leader to join our team at the Christchurch Justice & Emergency Services Precinct.
A bit about the role
This is a hands-on role and will be carrying out general plumbing and maintenance activities while providing leadership and guidance to the Facilities technical delivery team. As 2IC to the Senior Property Manager (SPM) you will be expected to have control of all aspects of the site whilst the SPM is on leave. This role also forms part of the on-call roster to hold the duty phone after-hours for call escalation.
Some duties include but not limited to.
- Lead and manage Facilities Technicians, Trade Assistants, Apprentices, and subcontractors, ensuring service delivery aligns with Downer Values.
- Actively contribute to projects and services, under the direction of Managers or Coordinators, while maintaining a focus on time, cost, and resource efficiency.
- Foster strong customer relationships and engage in activities that add value to clients, while also assisting with specifications, designs, and costings.
- Ensure compliance with risk management guidelines and promote Zero Harm principles throughout work processes.
- Provide technical solutions, with expertise in plumbing, gas systems, drainage, air-conditioning, mechanical, and facilities assets, ensuring efficient, compliant service delivery.
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
We're looking for someone who is passionate about going the extra mile! You are motivated and ready for the opportunity to take on maintenance work to achieve a high standard performance. You will also bring with you:
- Current Certified Plumber Registration NZ (PGDB).
- Champion Zero Harm and demonstrate at least five years of post-qualification trade experience, ideally within facilities and building maintenance.
- Proven leadership skills in trade-based environments, with the ability to manage teams effectively.
- Knowledge of electrical service technician training is preferred, along with an understanding of business operations and basic financial concepts.
- Strong communication, prioritization, stress management, and strategic problem-solving skills.
- Motivated, outcome-focused, with a commitment to challenging the status quo and seeking continuous improvement.
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site - https://www.downergroup.com/facilities-management
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 717053.
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.
