Electrical Project Engineer

Downer

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Christchurch - New Zealand

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 06-11-2025
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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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 offer:

  • Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
  • Discounts for Samsung PB Tech Gym memberships and more!
  • $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
  • Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leaders programme for top performers

Tekōwhiringa The Opportunity

Downer is a leading provider of integrated services across New Zealand with a strong presence in transport and infrastructure. Our Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) division plays a key role in keeping people moving safely and efficiently by delivering and maintaining traffic signals lighting and advanced transport technologies.

Were looking for a hands-on Project Engineer with an electrical background to own the day-to-day delivery of traffic-signal maintenance and project builds across Christchurch. Youll keep intersections safe reliable and compliant balancing speed safety and quality while developing your crew and supporting the citys essential transport network.

Youll plan and deliver work programmes coordinate electricians and sub-contractors and ensure every job is done right the first time. Youll be part of a friendly tight knit Christchurch crew backed by national Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) network for support escalation and knowledge sharing

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and delivery of intersection builds maintenance runs and book traffic management
  • Work closely with civil crews traffic management providers designers and council teams to solve issues and keep communication clear.
  • Assist with pricing and variations track costs against budgets and protect margins with smart planning and accurate documentation.
  • Lead and mentor your team of electricians and apprentices set daily goals reinforce safety and workmanship standards and run toolbox talks

Nga pūkenga matua Important Skills

To be successful in this position you will bring with you:

  • Proven experience coordinating site or engineering delivery (civil electrical or ITS)
  • Strong planning and sequencing skills with solid documentation discipline
  • Safety first mindset capable of leading RAMS and toolbox talks
  • Electrical background or familiarity with signal hardware cabling or controllers
  • Exposure to commissioning testing and as-built documentation

Ko wai mātou Our Organisation

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer Then head to our People Sitehere!

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 726521

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.



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