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Water and Drainage Supervisor

Downer

The Role

Overview

Lead field crews on three‑waters civil projects, overseeing scope, safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • project scope
  • safety
  • quality
  • field leadership
  • pipe laying
  • machinery operation

Tasks

-Your responsibilities include defining project scopes, programming, and managing the delivery of all project elements, with a particular emphasis on maintaining safety and ensuring quality throughout. -You will serve as a mentor to your teammates as you undertake a variety of activities to meet our contract standards. -This role includes an element of office-based work to support the safe and efficient delivery by our field teams. -You will be based in Dunedin and will lead field crews working on capital projects and repairs in the three waters sector. -Your duties include assisting the team with our 3 Waters reticulation renewals, which involve civil pipe laying, testing, commissioning, and operating machinery such as excavators and trucks.

Requirements

  • level 4
  • ms applications
  • 6+ years
  • civil machinery
  • class 1
  • 3 waters

What You Bring

We're on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced 3 Waters Supervisor who shares our passion for achieving excellence! -Level 4 industry qualification -Proficient in the use of a computer and MS-based applications -In this role, you will have a keen eye for detail to meet our customers' needs -Work well in a team environment, but can self-manage workload -6+ years relevant field-based experience -Experience in operating a variety of civil machinery -A minimum Class 1 - Full New Zealand Drivers Licence and Class 2/4 with WTR would be beneficial -A proven track record of working and supervising on 3 Waters projects

Benefits

Please have a look at our other great benefits here https://people.downergroup.co.nz/downer-benefits/ Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply If this sounds like the opportunity for you, then click apply now. 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 before starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team. -Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes. -Employee assistance programs (EAP) which cover mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support -Access to Perks@Downer, which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options. -Opportunities for development in a supportive team, and lots of room to grow.

The Company

About Downer

-specializes in delivering integrated services across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and utilities. -supports both private and public sectors with a diverse portfolio spanning construction, maintenance, and operations. -undertakes large-scale projects such as road construction, rail, energy, and water infrastructure. -has an expansive footprint in Australia and New Zealand, deeply involved in supporting national and regional development. -notable projects include urban transport systems, renewable energy installations, and vital utilities services. -has a strong focus on innovation, utilizing the latest technology to deliver efficient and sustainable solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Transport

Utilities

Facilities

Asset Services

Oil and Gas

Power Generation

Industrial

Defence

Water

Gas

Communications

Renewables

Solar

Wind

Mining

Security Clearance

-pre‑employment drug test -medical examination -ministry of justice check