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
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Downer is an industry leader in fleet management, providing efficient solutions to our customers. Our dedicated and high performing team offers whole-of-life vehicle and mobile plant management, from procurement, lease management, and disposal, to scheduled and unscheduled servicing, maintenance, and defect management.
We are seeking a Fleet Maintenance Network Manager to oversee the aftermarket supplier network. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your experience and professional relationships to ensure delivery of best-of-class service while addressing any performance gaps. You will provide leadership across all stakeholders and demonstrate a commitment to asset management principles, ensuring the Downer fleet remains well-maintained, compliant, available, and, most importantly, safe.
Additionally, you will work closely with internal Fleet leaders to develop team strategies, drive implementation, and lead change initiatives. If you’re ready to make a significant impact in fleet management, we’d love to hear from you!
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
- Mechanical Trade Qualification in Diesel, Automotive, Electrical, or similar field, or a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- Extensive mechanical knowledge to assess repair costs, ideally with a background in mechanics or workshop management
- Experienced in managing workshops, with a strong focus on administrative tasks and systems
- Excellent time management skills, with the ability to work autonomously and stay organised
- Strong negotiation skills, capable of securing the best value for Downer and confidently handling difficult conversations with suppliers
This role involves frequent travel, so the ability to travel and stay away from home is essential. While the role is ideally based in Auckland, we are open to considering candidates from outside of the region if you meet the key requirements.
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:
- Company vehicle and work phone included
- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- All the tools of trade you need to do your job
- $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 717172.
