Job Description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Site Engineer Civil & Structural to join our team in Wellington, Seaview, supporting the delivery of civil and structural works for a major thermal drying plant project.

In this site-based role, you will play a key part in ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of works including foundations, concrete structures, underground services, drainage, pavements, and structural steel installations. You’ll work closely with project engineers, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure all works are delivered in line with specifications, programme, and Zero Harm principles.

What we are looking for

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented engineer with strong site experience and a collaborative approach.

Key experience & skills include:

• Degree or diploma in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in civil/structural site engineering within construction or infrastructure projects
• Proven experience in:
  • Earthworks, excavation, and concrete structures
  • Reinforcement, formwork, and concrete pours
  • Structural steel installation
• Ability to interpret civil, structural, reinforcement, and GA drawings
• Solid understanding of construction sequencing, QA processes, and HSE requirements
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate subcontractors and manage site-based issues

Desirable experience:

• Industrial, water/wastewater, or process environments
• Heavy foundations or equipment bases
• Brownfield or live operational sites
• Exposure to NZ standards and regulations

What we offer

• Flexible working environment
• Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and a supportive, inclusive team
• Competitive salary and employee benefits
• A valued and respected role within an experienced project team
• The chance to work for a major ASX-listed organisation

About Energy & Utilities…

Downer’s Energy & Utilities business is an integrated trans-Tasman team providing services that connect communities to essential infrastructure. We deliver end-to-end solutions across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial, and power generation sectors, backed by strong engineering capability and specialist field expertise.

Downer is an inclusive employer that values diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. We welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

Click “Apply” to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you.

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are encouraged to apply directly via this advertisement

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.