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
Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers
- Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
Have a look at our other great benefits here!
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
At Downer we believe relationships build success. As a leading provider of integrated services, we’re committed to supporting our customers with high-calibre services and solutions. Our Asphalt Paving team is no exception. We proudly support our customers by delivering high standards of work all whilst offering our people opportunities for growth.
Our Surfacing Division covers maintenance of New Zealand roads and is looking for an experienced Supervisor to lead our Gisborne based Paving crew in reconstruction and resurfacing works/asphalt paving activities across the Canterbury Region.
Other responsibilities include:
Arrange, direct and monitor activities of crews and subcontractors to ensure that their work meets project objectives and requirements.
Maintain strong and positive relationships with key stakeholders
Ensure efficient use of resource
Assist in the selection, coaching and development of staff
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
This role will be ‘hands on’ where you will be providing training and development to the crews under your supervision, so you will need to have a proven track record of leadership. You’ll also have:
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Ability to deal with unexpected events and provide direction
- A Class 2 drivers licence with a WTR endorsement
- Knowledge of the laying and compaction of bituminous materials
- Knowledge of paving plant operation
- Knowledge of asphalt mix designs
- Able to undertake site measurement and accurately order materials with minimal wastage
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 733786
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.