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:
Have a look at our other great benefits https://people.downergroup.co.nz/downer-benefits/
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Based in Invercargill, this Asphalt Paving Supervisor role is all about leading paving crews and getting quality work delivered safely and on time across the South region.
You’ll be hands on, running day to day paving operations, planning work, organising crews and plant, working with subcontractors, and keeping jobs moving. You’ll work closely with the Operations Manager and wider team to hit productivity, quality and safety targets, while building a strong team culture on site.
If you enjoy being out in the field, leading by example and seeing jobs done right, this could be a great fit.
Key Responsibilities:
Help put together project plans, budgets and schedules.
Support estimating and contract variations where needed.
Supervise paving crews and subcontractors on site, making sure work meets time, quality and safety expectations.
Plan daily work, allocate crews, plant and materials, and keep projects on track.
Make sure site paperwork and daily records are completed correctly and on time.
Assist with monthly claims.
Build good working relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams.
Drive a strong Zero Harm mindset by leading from the front
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
To be successful in this role, you’ll bring a strong mix of hands on paving experience, practical leadership skills, and a genuine commitment to safety and quality on site.
Solid experience supervising asphalt / paving crews
Good working knowledge of asphalt laying, compaction, mix designs and paving plant
Able to measure jobs accurately and order materials with minimal wastage
A practical leader who can motivate crews and hold people accountable
Strong commitment to safety, quality and doing things the right way
Comfortable making decisions and solving problems on the fly
Clear, straightforward communication skills
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://people.downergroup.co.nz/join-our-transport-team/
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 730834
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.
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.
Enabling communities to thrive.
It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. Solving problems. Making the extraordinary run smoothly every day. We’re keeping the lights on and the water flowing. Running the hospitals that take care of us. Delivering the transport that takes us from A to B. Maintaining communication networks that keep people connected. Helping our Government and Defence customers keep them protected. Delivering train fleets. Building bridges, roads and streets. Now we’re building momentum too. Moving forward even faster.
Across Australia and New Zealand, we’re transforming the way we work. Unlocking our potential to lead by example. Using our passion and expertise to deliver complex projects and turn fresh ideas into solutions that make society a better place. Creating opportunities for our people, growth and value for our shareholders, and world-class solutions for our customers. Imagining. Innovating. Engineering. Enabling.
