Downer

Builder/ Foreperson

Downer  •  Invercargill, NZ (Onsite)  •  14 hours ago
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Job Description

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer is looking for an experienced Builder / Foreperson to join our Invercargill Construction team. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll coordinate crews, oversee daily site activities, and help deliver high-quality civil and construction projects across Southland.

If you enjoy leading from the front, take pride in quality workmanship, and thrive in a team environment, we want to hear from you.

Ngā pūkenga matua | Skills & Experience

  • Proven building or civil construction experience
  • Previous foreman or leadership experience preferred
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Experience coordinating crews and subcontractors
  • Commitment to quality workmanship and safe work practices
  • Full Class 1 licence (Class 2 advantageous)
  • A hands-on leader who leads by example
  • Reliable, motivated, and safety focused
  • Strong problem-solving skills and site awareness
  • Someone who takes pride in delivering quality outcomes
  • A team player with a positive attitude

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

At Downer, we value our people and support career growth and development. You’ll enjoy:

  • Stable, long-term work with one of New Zealand’s largest infrastructure businesses
  • Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
  • Competitive hourly rates aligned with your experience
  • Opportunities for career progression and leadership development
  • Discounts for insurance, retail stores, gym memberships and more!
  • $500 (Gross) bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
  • Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply

Ready to build your future with Downer? Apply now with your CV and Cover Letter. Reference : 733051

For further information, contact: highvolumerecruitment@downer.co.nz

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.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.


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.

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About Downer

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.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
North Ryde, AU
Year Founded
1933
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