Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand · On-site
Kā Huanui a Tāhuna is an alliance established in November 2020 between Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC), Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, and four leading design and construction partners — Beca, WSP, Downer New …
Skills: Civil Engineering, Project Engineering, Construction Management, Technical Drawing Review, Budget Management
Whanganui, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
Te Kowhiringa | The Opportunity Join Downer and play a key role in delivering high-quality pavement construction and maintenance across our Wanganui network. We’re looking for an experienced Foreperson to lead and suppor…
Skills: Crew Supervision, Pavement Construction, Civil Construction, Site Operations, Subcontractor Coordination
Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand · On-site
Te Kowhiringa | The Opportunity Join Downer and play a key role in delivering high-quality 3 Waters construction and maintenance across our Wanganui network. We’re looking for an experienced Foreperson - 3 Waters to lead…
Skills: Crew Supervision, Civil Construction, 3 Waters Infrastructure, Underground Services, Drainage
Whanganui, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
Te Kowhiringa | The Opportunity Join Downer and play a key role in delivering essential infrastructure across our Whanganui network. We’re looking for a motivated and skilled Driver/Operator to join our team. This is a h…
Skills: Plant Operation, Civil Construction, Equipment Maintenance, Hazard Identification, Safety Compliance
Milton, Queensland, Australia · On-site
HSE Manager ANZ Transmission The opportunity We have an opportunity for an experienced HSE Manager to join our Energy and Utilities business, supporting our Power Projects Transmission and Substation portfolio across ANZ…
Skills: HSE Governance, Risk Management, Audit And Assurance, Incident Management, WHS Legislation
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
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 …
Skills: Drainlaying, Wastewater Infrastructure, Stormwater Infrastructure, PVC Pipe Installation, PE Pipe Installation
Perth, Western Australia, Australia · On-site
We currently have an exceptional opportunity for a Contract Manager. Join our Health and Education team and play a key role in leading the effective and safe delivery of a range of services and ensuring compliance with c…
Skills: Contract Management, Commercial Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Financial Budgeting, Facilities Management
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · On-site
We currently have an opportunity for a Technical Authority Lead to join our Commercial and Risk team and play a key role in play a key role in protecting our licence to operate by strengthening technical risk, compliance…
Skills: Technical Governance, Risk Management, Compliance Oversight, Licensing Strategy, Assurance Frameworks
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Downer Rail & Transit Systems a leading name in the manufacturing and maintenance of rolling stock across Australia has an exciting opportunity for a Shunter to join our team in NSW - Auburn. This is a Full Time- Permane…
Skills: Train Shunting, Train Driving, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Interpersonal Communication
Matamata, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity Downer’s Energy & Utilities team is seeking a Line Mechanic (Faults) to join our Valley region crew, supporting network fault response and restoration. Working alongside a Team Lead, you’l…
Skills: Fault Response, Power Restoration, Network Switching, Line Repair, SMEI Knowledge
Matamata, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity Downer’s Energy & Utilities team is looking for an experienced Faults Line Mechanic Team Lead to join our Valley region team, supporting electricity network fault response and restoration.…
Skills: Fault Response, Network Restoration, Switching Activities, Crew Leadership, Safety Management
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
The Opportunity An opportunity has become available for a Submissions Manager for Downer’s Energy & Utilities business unit reporting to the Head of Submissions. Working primarily on bids in the power sector, you will be…
Skills: Technical Writing, Bid Management, Tender Development, Editing, Strategic Planning
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
The Opportunity The Senior Submissions Coordinator is part of the Energy & Utilities Growth team, working closely with bid managers in the pre-contracts teams and SMEs in our operational businesses to write the non-price…
Skills: Content Writing, Bid Coordination, Tender Preparation, Editing, Stakeholder Management
Milton, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
The opportunity We’re looking for a Commercial Manager Precontracts to join our collaborative and high-performing Energy & Utilities team. Reporting to the Commercial Director – Pre-Contracts, you’ll play a key role in d…
Skills: Contract Management, Risk Mitigation, Commercial Governance, Tender Management, Stakeholder Engagement
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Looking for a role that keeps you moving and working outdoors? Join our meter reading team supporting essential utility services. What You’ll Be Doing Driving between residential and commercial areas to complete schedule…
Skills: Meter Reading, Driving, Data Recording, Time Management, Customer Interaction
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Looking for a role that keeps you moving and working outdoors? Join our meter reading team supporting essential utility services. What You’ll Be Doing Driving between residential and commercial areas to complete schedule…
Skills: Driving, Data Recording, Time Management, Customer Interaction, Attention To Detail
Canberra, Australia · On-site
Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future. Downer Professional Services is comprised of two business uni…
Skills: Integrated Logistics Support, Supply Chain Management, RAM, Sparing, LORA
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia · On-site
We currently have an opportunity for an Enrolled Nurse Trainer - Patient Support Services to join our Health & Education team and play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality clinical training and operation…
Skills: Clinical Training, Stakeholder Engagement, Onboarding, Capability Uplift, Communication
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
We’re proud to announce a major milestone for Downer. Downer has been awarded the Property and Asset Services (PAS) contract to deliver base and estate services across their two largest regions NSW/ACT and QLD. This is a…
Skills: Operations Management, Contract Management, Facilities Management, Budget Management, Financial Reporting
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
We’re proud to announce a major milestone for Downer. Downer has been awarded the Property and Asset Services (PAS) contract to deliver base and estate services across their two largest regions NSW/ACT and QLD. This is a…
Skills: Fire Systems Testing, Fire Systems Inspection, Fault Diagnosis, Corrective Maintenance, Root Cause Analysis
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The Project Engineer will apply engineering principles to guide the project team and ensure technical alignment with standards for the Frankton interchange and Bus Hub improvements. Key duties include managing contract performance, project documentation, financial reporting, and ensuring safety and quality compliance.
Candidates must hold a formal civil engineering qualification (BE, NZCE) and have proven experience as a project engineer within the construction industry. A full Class 1 NZ Drivers Licence and strong skills in budget management and technical design review are required.
Kā Huanui a Tāhuna is an alliance established in November 2020 between Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC), Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, and four leading design and construction partners — Beca, WSP, Downer New Zealand, and Fulton Hogan to deliver a series of cornerstone projects for Queenstown.
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join the Downer Infrastructure Delivery team to join the team delivering key infrastructure changes as part of the Kā Huanui a Tāhuna programme of works, As part of the team you will assist in delivery of the Frankton interchange and Bus Hub improvements, this intersection upgrade at the meeting of state highways 6 and 6A represents the largest change to Queenstown’s roading infrastructure in 20 years, this Road of Regional Significance is building resilience both above and below ground and driving regional change.
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
A flexible attitude is essential. In this role, you will apply engineering principles to guide the project team, ensuring that the technical aspects of the project are aligned with the agreed standards and specifications.
Key responsibilities will include the following:
Participate in the management of assigned works, ensuring contract performance meets customer requirements in terms of quality, cost and project timeframes.
Assist the Project Manager to manage project documentation including contracts, subcontractor and supplier agreements, invoices and claims.
Ensure that all monthly financial management reporting requirements are met. Complete workload forecasting for the contract.
Ensure appropriate Project Management Methodology (PMM), safety and quality assurance systems are in place
You will have the opportunity to develop and maintain strong client relationships, liaise with the public and prepare progress and claim reports. You will also have a quality and safety ethos and perfom audits and checks to ensure compliance with Health and Safety, quality and environmental policies.
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
A formal civil engineering qualification (BE, NZCE)
Proven project engineer experience and a suitable level of experience in the construction industry
Experience working within a contracting organisation
Experience in reviewing technical drawings and design
Excellent organisational skills and demonstrated customer relationship management skills
Sound project or engineering operations experience, including budget management
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Full Class 1 NZ Drivers Licence
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:
Have a look at our other great benefits here!
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
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Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 734004.
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.
Enabling communities to thrive
Enabling communities to thrive. It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. Solving problems. Making the extraordinary run smoothly every day. We’re keeping the lights on and the water flowing. Running the hospitals that take care of us. Delivering the transport that takes us from A to B. Maintaining communication networks that keep people connected. Helping our Government and Defence customers keep them protected. Delivering train fleets. Building bridges, roads and streets. Now we’re building momentum too. Moving forward even faster. Across Australia and New Zealand, we’re transforming the way we work. Unlocking our potential to lead by example. Using our passion and expertise to deliver complex projects and turn fresh ideas into solutions that make society a better place. Creating opportunities for our people, growth and value for our shareholders, and world-class solutions for our customers. Imagining. Innovating. Engineering. Enabling.
Offices: Triniti Business Campus, 39 Delhi Road, North Ryde, NSW 2113, AU · 130 Kerrs Rd, Wiri, Auckland, NZ · 130 Stirling St, Perth, WA 6000, AU · 567 Collins Street, Level 10, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, AU · 9 Modal Crescent, Canning Vale, WA 6155, AU
Enabling communities to thrive
Enabling communities to thrive. It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. Solving problems. Making the extraordinary run smoothly every day. We’re keeping the lights on and the water flowing. Running the hospitals that take care of us. Delivering the transport that takes us from A to B. Maintaining communication networks that keep people connected. Helping our Government and Defence customers keep them protected. Delivering train fleets. Building bridges, roads and streets. Now we’re building momentum too. Moving forward even faster. Across Australia and New Zealand, we’re transforming the way we work. Unlocking our potential to lead by example. Using our passion and expertise to deliver complex projects and turn fresh ideas into solutions that make society a better place. Creating opportunities for our people, growth and value for our shareholders, and world-class solutions for our customers. Imagining. Innovating. Engineering. Enabling.
Offices: Triniti Business Campus, 39 Delhi Road, North Ryde, NSW 2113, AU · 130 Kerrs Rd, Wiri, Auckland, NZ · 130 Stirling St, Perth, WA 6000, AU · 567 Collins Street, Level 10, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, AU · 9 Modal Crescent, Canning Vale, WA 6155, AU
