Job Description

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 healthcare benefits and discounted holiday homes

• Guaranteed 40 hours per week, plus overtime rates and allowances

• Ongoing training, development, and genuine career progression opportunities

• Discounts for insurance, retail stores, gym memberships and more

• $500 gross employee referral bonus

• Full PPE and safety gear provided

Have a look at our other great benefits here!

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer remains at the forefront of our industry by employing the best people and having the courage to challenge the status quo. Here’s your chance to join the Dunedin team where we take pride in taking on projects, big and small and delivering them to world-class standards - every time!

As a Paving Foreperson, you’ll lead your team, organise, plan and oversee projects and operations to ensure that work is completed a high standard. You will:

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities on-site, including managing personnel, equipment, and materials.

• Effective Communication with paving staff and task allocations on a daily basis

• Ensure adherence to safety and compliance regulations, fostering a culture of safety and excellence.

• Collaborate with project managers and clients to achieve project milestones and resolve issues.

• Monitor work progress and quality, providing guidance and support to team member

If you enjoy spending your day outdoors and on your feet, this could be the role for you!

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You will bring with you experience in a supervisory role within the construction or related industry. You’ll easily be able to deal with unexpected events and provide direction to your team. You’ll couple this with:

• A Class 2 drivers’ licence with a WTR endorsement will be highly regarded

• The ability to remain calm under pressure and deal with unexpected events whilst provide direction

• A flexible work approach, as no two days are the same

• Organised and systematic approach to your working environment

• Effective communication skills, you’ll be able to easily chat with your crew and engage with clients and senior managers

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! We do not accept applications via email however for more information, please 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.