Job Description

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Take pride in delivering work that makes a real difference to the local community.

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Drainlayer to join our Invercargill team, working on our long-term maintenance contract with Invercargill City Council. This is a hands-on role where you'll play a key part in delivering drainage maintenance and project works safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

You'll be responsible for coordinating day-to-day site activities, supporting and guiding crew members, and ensuring work is completed in accordance with project specifications and performance targets. From organising resources and allocating tasks to operating plant and assisting with on-site work, you'll help drive successful outcomes across a variety of drainage projects.

Working closely with Contract Engineers, Project Managers, Supervisors, subcontractors and clients, you'll help maintain strong working relationships while ensuring customer expectations are met. You'll also assist with coaching and developing crew members, sharing your knowledge and helping build capability across the team.

Safety, quality and environmental performance are at the heart of everything we do. You'll play an important role in promoting safe work practices, supporting our Zero Harm culture and ensuring all work is carried out responsibly and professionally.

If you're someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes ownership of your work and thrives in a role that combines technical expertise with leadership and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you.

Mōu koe | About You
You will bring:

• Certified Drainlayer qualification
• Proven experience in drain laying activities and drainage maintenance works
• Experience supervising drainage projects or leading small crews in the field
• Full Class 1 driver licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle
• Strong knowledge of safe work practices and a commitment to Zero Harm principles
• Experience operating plant and equipment within civil or drainage environments
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A customer-focused approach with strong commercial awareness on site
• The ability to coach, mentor and support the development of team members
• Knowledge of environmental protection and sustainable work practices

The following would be advantageous:

• Class 2 driver licence with W, T and R endorsements
• Level 3 or higher Water Reticulation qualification

You're a reliable and practical team player who leads by example. You communicate well, take pride in quality workmanship and enjoy working collaboratively to deliver great outcomes for customers, colleagues and the wider community.

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

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.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please submit your application online via the advertisement – email applications will not be accepted.