Description
estate management
compliance
stakeholder coordination
program planning
strategic advice
budget delivery
Downer plans, creates and sustains essential public services across Australia and New Zealand, managing critical infrastructure such as hospitals, data centres and defence partnerships; the company is ASX‑listed, sovereign‑owned and has earned multiple industry awards, including Estate & Infrastructure Business of the Year (2025).
- Lead and manage estate works and development activities across PAS regions.
- Ensure projects align with Defence infrastructure strategies and compliance standards.
- Coordinate stakeholders to deliver estate development projects on time and within budget.
- Support planning, procurement and execution of estate works programs.
- Provide senior leadership with expert advice on estate development.
- Maintain a strong work ethic, positive attitude and commitment to high‑quality outcomes.
- Access training and development programmes to diversify your career.
- Utilise the Employee Assistance Program for professional support for you and your family.
Requirements
estate development
infrastructure
defence planning
project management
budgeting
engineering
The role starts in January 2026 and welcomes candidates from any background, whether they bring defence experience, industry knowledge, or transferable skills from other sectors, to help strengthen defence capability within a high‑performing, inclusive team.
- Demonstrate extensive experience in estate development and infrastructure management.
- Possess strong knowledge of Defence estate planning and compliance frameworks.
- Exhibit excellent project management and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Be proficient in planning, budgeting and reporting for infrastructure projects.
- Hold relevant tertiary qualifications in engineering, project management or related fields.
Benefits
Our high‑performance culture is supported by training and development opportunities, a strong internal promotion rate (30% of vacancies filled internally), and perks such as healthcare discounts, retail and car purchase savings, plus an Employee Assistance Program for personal and family support.
We celebrate diversity and actively promote inclusion, encouraging applications from traditionally under‑represented groups and offering flexibility through our WORK180 endorsement, ensuring all team members can bring their whole selves to work.
- Benefit from internal promotion opportunities with 30% of vacancies filled internally.
- Enjoy Perks@Downer including healthcare discounts and savings on retail and car purchases.
Training + Development
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