Foreperson
Downer · Christchurch
We're looking for a hands-on Foreperson who can lead by example, support their team, and drive safe, efficient project delivery at Downer!
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here
At Downer, we’re committed to delivering excellence by giving our people the tools, support and environment they need to succeed. When you join us, you’re joining a team that looks after its own.
We offer:
- Full-time, permanent role with consistent hours
- Opportunity to work on essential infrastructure projects in your local community
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Supportive team environment with strong leadership
- Strong safety-first culture (Zero Harm)
- Employee benefits including discounts and wellbeing support
- Relocation Assistance available for the right candidate
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
At Downer, we believe relationships build success. As a leading provider of integrated services, we're committed to supporting our customers with high-calibre services and solutions. Our Transport team is no exception.
As a Foreperson, you'll play a key role leading and supporting crews delivering maintenance and renewal works across our network. This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll be responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing daily activities to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
In this role, you will:
- Lead and mentor crews while promoting a strong safety-first culture
- Plan, coordinate and oversee daily maintenance and construction activities
- Manage plant, materials and resources to maximise productivity and efficiency
- Liaise with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
- Monitor quality, progress and performance to ensure contract requirements are met
If you're a practical leader who enjoys being out on site, supporting your team and delivering quality outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
Nga Pūkenga Matu | Important Skills
We're looking for an experienced leader with a background in civil construction, surfacing, maintenance, or infrastructure projects. You'll be confident leading teams, making decisions in the field, and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
You'll also bring:
- Proven experience leading crews and coordinating day-to-day site operations
- Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with subcontractors, plant and resource allocation
- A commitment to health, safety, quality and environmental best practice
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships
- Class 2 Licence and WTR endorsement preferred (Class 4 highly regarded)
- Asphalt, surfacing, road maintenance or civil construction experience advantageous
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter outlining why you would be a great candidate for the role! Reference number: 735875
We don’t accept applications via email, but for any enquiries please email highvolumerecruitment@downer.co.nz
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.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
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. We're looking for a hands-on Foreperson who can lead by example, support their team, and drive safe, efficient project delivery at Downer!