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:
Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
Time and a half after 45 hours of work each week
Long-term training and development opportunities.
Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role
Great promotion and career development opportunities
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 Palmerston North team where we take pride in taking on projects, big and small and delivering them to world-class standards - every time!
As an STMS, you will ensure the accurate following of temporary traffic management plans and oversee set up and pack down of road closures and diversions.
You will be confident leading toolbox and closure briefings with crew, whilst providing clear job details and expectations to TMO’s.
Willing and able to train and upskill our Traffic Controllers and junior STMS’
Ensure the safety of the Downer crew, subbies, and the general public.
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
You will be a physically fit and motivated person and will bring with you.
A valid STMS warrant
Be physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks
Flexibility is desirable given you will be required to work shift work
Show commitment to safe work practises
Must have Class 1, Full Licence - Class 2 preferred
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!
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 731457.
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.