Downer

Downer

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Transmission Supervisor

Plan, schedule, and supervise transmission field work to ensure safe, on‑time, high‑quality delivery.

Palmerston North City, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand
Full Time
Intermediate (4-7 years)

Job Highlights

Environment
Field

About the Role

We have an opportunity for an experienced Supervisor (Transmission) to join Downer’s team based in Palmerston North. In this role, you’ll plan, schedule and coordinate field employees, subcontractors, plant and equipment to deliver transmission work programmes safely, on time and to a high-quality standard. You’ll balance operational delivery with strong safety leadership, customer focus and financial awareness to ensure work is completed in line with contract and business expectations. You’ll work closely with key stakeholders to optimise resources, manage daily work activities, respond to escalated field issues and participate in after-hours standby support as required.

Key Responsibilities

  • work scheduling
  • resource coordination
  • safety leadership
  • stakeholder management
  • issue response
  • after‑hours support

What You Bring

You’re an experienced transmission professional and people leader who takes pride in delivering safe, efficient and high-quality outcomes. You’re organised, calm under pressure and confident leading teams in a complex operational environment. • Level 4 qualification as a Transmission Line Mechanic (preferred) • Proven hands‑on experience in transmission line installation and maintenance • Previous experience leading or supervising field teams • Strong knowledge of industry and regulatory requirements • Ability to plan and manage work programmes, resources and priorities • Good communication skills, including report and documentation preparation • Basic to intermediate computer skills • Physical fitness and ability to work in demanding outdoor conditions

Requirements

  • level 4
  • hands‑on
  • team lead
  • regulatory
  • planning
  • physical fitness

Work Environment

Field

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