Supervising Maintenance Tech

We currently have an opportunity for a Supervising Maintenance Technician. Join our team and play a key role in supporting our facilities maintenance and asset management activities under the Auckland Transport AMAS (Asset Management and Services) contract. Reporting to Site Manager/Station Lead youll help deliver high-quality outcomes that support our essential services.

Te Kōwhiringa The Opportunity

The Supervising Maintenance Technician plays a key role in maintaining critical station systems across the City Rail Link (CRL) andWaitematā Station network.

Youll assist and supervise service delivery partners while undertaking and coordinating maintenance activities in accordance with the AMAS Maintenance Plan including low-level maintenance tasks such as routine inspections cleaning and minor repairs to mechanical electrical and plumbing systems.

This role combines hands-on technical work with oversight of subcontractor activities in a 24/7 operational rail environment supporting Downers commitment to Zero Harm reliability and service excellence.

What Youll Do (key responsibilities)

This role offers a broad scope with key responsibilities including:

• Prioritise safety above all else demonstrating commitment to Zero Harm.
• Assist and supervise service delivery partners and subcontractors to ensure safe efficient and quality maintenance delivery.
• Undertake and coordinate maintenance activities as detailed in the AMAS Maintenance Plan including low-level maintenance tasks (routine inspections cleaning and component replacement).
• Use the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to record work orders asset status and maintenance completion.
• Plan and organise maintenance activities to minimise downtime and maintain station operational readiness.
• Foster collaboration between technicians subcontractors and station operations teams to support safe and efficient delivery.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and participate in toolbox talks shift briefings and lessons-learned reviews to enhance team capability.

• Work across three shift patterns and participate in an on-call roster as required.

The operation is staffed across 3 shifts and you need to be flexible to share an on-call roster.

Nga pūkenga matua Important Skills (experience required)

• NZ-recognised trade qualification in Mechanical (e.g. HVAC fitting refrigeration) Electrical (EWRB Electrician or Electrical Service Technician) or Plumbing/Drainlaying.
• Experience in facilities maintenance or building services within complex environments (transport industrial or healthcare).
• Demonstrated experience assisting and supervising subcontractors and service delivery partners.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a customer-focused mindset.
• Proven ability to work safely under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Working knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and Zero Harm principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel with basic CMMS experience preferred.
• Full NZ drivers licence required.

More than anything youll bring a strong work ethic a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Ko wai mātou Our Organisation

At Downer we plan create and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.

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

Were proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity offering:

• Training and development to support and diversify your career.

• With 30% of vacancies filled internally youll find real opportunities to advance your career.

• : healthcare discounts great savings on retail purchases car purchases and much more.

• Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26000 people across Australia New Zealand and the Pacific our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives backgrounds and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

Were committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages genders sexual orientations cultures abilities and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry including women Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Māori and Pasifika Peoples veterans people with disability and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with this role wed still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit apply - potential counts and so do you.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process just let us know were here to help you put your best foot forward.

Me pēhea ki te tono How to apply
Click APPLY and please include your CV copies of relevant licences/qualification.The reference number for this role is 726546.

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.