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
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
The primary role will be carrying out general Plumbing and Maintenance activities. The Plumber will be expected to be involved in planning, organizing, directing and controlling activities and operations as both part of a crew and individually assigned tasks. All work is completed to the satisfaction of customers and all targets (productivity, quality and safety) are met.
The Plumber will be expected to work ‘hands on’ and at times. As the role develops there is potential for the Plumber to undertake minor project management and develop to a supervisor’s position.
To support Downer’s operational delivery by;
- Zero Harm above all else
- Working under the direction (direct or indirect) of your designated leader undertaking works related to the delivery of service and /or projects
- Working within the parameters relevant to the work, e.g. time, materials, costs, resources.
- Promoting strong collaborative customer relationships with positive interactions and value adding activities
- Assisting in the generation of specifications, engineering, designing, scoping, costing and quoting of solutions as requested
- Working within, and assist with, risk and event management and mitigation guidelines.
- Promoting business according to our Values
- Ensuring your assigned works is coordinated and undertaken in an efficient, compliant manner
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
- Practical experience – Registered Certified Plumber
- Able to deal with unexpected events/make decision / provide direction to work teams.
- Shows willingness/provides solutions to assist with a “continual improvement” philosophy.
- Organized and systematic approach to working environment
- Strong planning skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here
A role with Spotless can advance your career and expand your skills. We offer you the opportunity to join our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of a great team working in a collaborative environment. We can also offer:
- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
- Discounts for insurance, retail stores, gym memberships and more!
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.co.nz/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 716656.
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.
Due to the fast-paced nature of Downer, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, so don't delay and make sure you apply as soon as possible.
