Senior Surveyor

Te kōwhiringa The Opportunity

Downers National Projects team has secured the Mid-Block section of the Hawkes Bay Expressway a key part of the RONS programme. This major infrastructure project will deliver the upgrade of the existing expressway to four lanes alongside significant safety and resilience improvements.

Downer will deliver the full scope of civil construction and pavement works in partnership with NZTA contributing to a safer and more efficient transport network for the Hawkes Bay region.

We are currently seeking a Senior Surveyor to join our team delivering the Hawkes Bay Expressway. As a Senior Surveyor youll be responsible for organising and delivering surveying requirements across our projects ensuring work is completed to the highest standards and in line with contract programmes and specifications. Youll also play a key leadership role - mentoring and developing junior and intermediate surveyors while upholding Downers core values and best practices.

Ngā pūkenga matua Important Skills

The Senior Surveyor will have extensive knowledge in all aspects of New Zealand surveying particularly in engineering and construction surveying on major infrastructure projects. Youll bring both technical expertise and strong leadership capability to the team.

Skills and experience we value:

• A NZ Certificate in Land Surveying Diploma in Surveying or Bachelor of Surveying
• Experience in major infrastructure or Tier 1 construction projects
• Proficiency with modern civil software (Civil3D 12D Trimble Business Centre etc.)
• Experience with Leica or Trimble Total Stations GNSS
• Flexibility to travel and work on projects outside your home base when required
• Demonstrated ability to lead field teams and deliver quality project outcomes

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei Why you will enjoy working here

At Downer we are committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive. We offer a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth including:

• Company vehicle and work phone included
• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
• Ongoing development programmes including our Inspiring Leaders Programme for top performers

Explore more of our great benefits here!

Me pēhea ki te tono How to apply

If youre an experienced Surveyor interested in joining Downer in Hawkes Bay wed love to hear from you. Click Apply Now to submit your CV and cover letter - the reference number for this role is 726458.

The Downer Recruitment Team will be on a holiday break from 24 December 2025 and will return on 12 January 2026. During this period we will not be contactable and responses to applications or enquiries will resume after we return. We look forward to connecting with you in the new year.