Job Description

Quality Engineer- Surfacing

Are you an experienced surfacing professional with a passion for quality, compliance, and continuous improvement? We're looking for a Quality Engineer - Surfacing to play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of chipseal and asphalt surfacing projects across the region.

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

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 health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• A friendly and supportive environment
• Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers
  
  

Have a look at our other great benefits here!

The Opportunity | Te kōwhiringa

Working closely with operational teams, quality technicians, contract managers, and client representatives, you'll oversee quality systems, inspection and test plans (ITPs), construction documentation, and compliance processes across chipseal and asphalt projects.

You'll be a key link between field operations and contract requirements, helping ensure works are delivered right the first time while minimising post-construction risk and maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee quality assurance activities across surfacing projects.
• Ensure Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), hold points, testing, and quality documentation are completed accurately and on time.
• Support and guide Quality Technicians in delivering best-practice quality outcomes.
• Conduct construction audits and verify compliance with contract specifications and client requirements.
• Manage quality records, traceability documentation, and construction evidence.
• Identify, document, and manage non-conformances, variations, and quality risks.
• Coordinate with client representatives to ensure clear agreement on project scope and construction activities.
• Support traffic management compliance and ensure relevant requirements are in place before works commence.
• Assist with work claiming, AWM data management, and broader contract compliance activities.
• Contribute to a strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Important Skills | Nga pūkenga matua
You'll bring practical surfacing experience along with a strong understanding of quality systems and construction compliance.

To be successful, you'll ideally have:

• Experience within chipseal and asphalt surfacing operations.
• Knowledge of NZTA surfacing specifications and industry best practice.
• Experience working with quality assurance systems, inspections, and testing processes.
• Familiarity with AWM, MyTTM, and contract compliance requirements.
• Strong documentation, reporting, and record management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Sound mathematical and analytical skills relevant to construction and surfacing operations.
• A collaborative, team-focused approach and commitment to continuous improvement.

How to apply | Me pēhea ki te tono

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 735735

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.