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Downer

Assistant Company Secretary Group

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Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Provides governance and compliance support for Downer EDI Ltd, subsidiaries and joint ventures.
3d ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
50,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Transport
Utilities
Facilities
Engineering, Construction and Maintenance
Mining
Sector Specialisms
Transport
Utilities
Facilities
Asset Services
Oil and Gas
Power Generation
Industrial
Defence
Role
What you would be doing
governance support
board documentation
compliance management
regulatory liaison
report preparation
policy development
  • Support the Company Secretary and Deputy Company Secretary across governance and compliance activities.
  • Contribute to governance-related training, intranet content, and process improvements.
  • Assist with Board and Committee documentation, including agendas, minutes, and policy development.
  • Maintain corporate registers, governance frameworks, and entity compliance obligations.
  • Provide governance advice and support to various business units, including Treasury, Finance, and operational teams.
  • Assist with listed company obligations such as annual reports, AGM materials, and share registry matters.
  • Liaise with regulators, auditors, external advisers, and internal stakeholders.
What you bring
governance experience
governance qualification
corporate governance
stakeholder engagement
detail oriented
law degree
  • Excellent attention to detail, administration, and technology skills.
  • High integrity, professionalism, and sound judgement.
  • 3+ years' experience in a governance or corporate secretariat environment.
  • A Governance qualification (or working towards completion) strongly preferred.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Knowledge of corporate governance, ASX Listing Rules, and the Corporations Act.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels.
  • Bachelor of Laws, Commerce, or a related field (preferred but not essential).
Benefits

Benefits Of Working with Downer

  • A range of Corporate Benefits, including: Discounted services (car hires, hotels, insurance, retail stores, gyms)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Professional development programs Access to professional memberships and industry networks
  • Parental leave
  • Be part of a team that cares, we foster a work environment built on support that is flexible around our employee's wellbeing needs: Flexible work arrangements Parental leaveEmployee Assistance ProgramPrograms promoting diversity and inclusion
  • Grow your career with us, we are passionate about giving our people opportunities to grow through personal and professional development and continuous learning: Professional development programs Access to professional memberships and industry networks
  • Flexible work arrangements Parental leaveEmployee Assistance ProgramPrograms promoting diversity and inclusion
  • Work with an ASX listed company, working with market leaders.
  • Access to professional memberships and industry networks
  • Discounted services (car hires, hotels, insurance, retail stores, gyms)
Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Since 1933
Year Established
The company has a longstanding legacy of providing essential infrastructure services.
  • 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.
Culture + Values
  • The Downer Difference: commitment to build a high-performance organisation
  • We own the outcomes: accountability, high standards, efficiency and continuous improvement
  • We do it for our customers: customer-centric perspective, win-win outcomes, going above and beyond
  • We stand for each other: mutual respect, safety, trust, resilience, speaking up
Environment + Sustainability
50% reduction
Scope 1 & 2 emissions target
The company aims to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032 compared to a 2020 baseline.
1.5°C pathway
Climate alignment target
The company is aligned with a 1.5°C climate pathway, ensuring its operations are in line with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
2024 climate disclosure
Aotearoa NZ Climate Standards compliance
The company will begin disclosing its climate performance in accordance with Aotearoa NZ Climate Standards from 2024.
  • Scope 3 emissions target under review
  • Board oversight via multiple committees; monthly reporting includes GHG performance and decarbonisation progress
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Workforce Target
Gender Balance Goals
Targets to achieve 40% women in the workforce, 25% in management, 28% in executive roles, and 40% on the Board by 2026.
34% Women in Workforce
FY21 Representation
In FY21, the workforce was 34% female, with women holding 17% of management roles, 25% of executive positions, and 33% of Board seats.
  • Own Different campaign: celebrate and empower 26,000+ unique individuals
  • Inclusion & Belonging Strategy & Action Plan 2022–2024; Steering Committees and training programs embedded
  • Specific focus on gender balance in trades, middle and senior management
  • EmpowHER women's network; StandOut Global LGBTQIA+ network; Pride Pledge commitment
  • Māori leadership programmes (Te Ara Whanake, Wāhine Toa), Māori cultural awareness training
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