Contract Engineer & Area Lead

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:

• Competitive remuneration package plus company vehicle
• 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

Te kōwhiringa The Opportunity

Were looking for a Contract Engineer & Area Lead to play a key role in the delivery of construction and maintenance works in Timaru. This is a hands on site-based role where youll balance engineering oversight with local leadership ensuring works are delivered safely to specification on time and on budget while acting as Downers local representative.

As the Contract Engineer & Area Lead youll be responsible for onsite monitoring of construction activities supporting crews and supervisors managing quality and safety outcomes and keeping a close eye on costs and productivity. Youll also take ownership of the Timaru Depot and act as the local leader when the Canterbury Contracts Manager isnt present.

Youll be someone whos comfortable making decisions building relationships and stepping in when needed to keep things running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide onsite leadership and oversight to ensure works are delivered safely efficiently and in accordance with contractual and specification requirements

• Monitor quality health & safety and environmental compliance addressing issues promptly and escalating risks as required

• Coordinate inspections approvals and handover documentation in collaboration with engineers and project stakeholders

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients subcontractors suppliers and internal stakeholders

• Provide direction and guidance to supervisors and crews supporting capability development and consistent performance standards

• Track costs productivity and progress identifying variations or budget risks and advising the Contract Manager early

• Promoting a Zero Harm environment ensuring H & S policies and procedures are followed
• Contribute operational and technical input into tendering pricing and work acquisition activities when required

Nga pūkenga matua Important Skills

Youre a practical confident engineer who enjoys being on site and taking ownership. You balance technical oversight with strong communication and leadership and youre comfortable being the goto person locally.

Youll ideally bring:

• A tertiary qualification (or equivalent experience) in engineering or business management

• 2 years experience in construction or civil environment

• Strong understanding of quality safety and financial controls

• Confidence working with crews clients and senior stakeholders

• Proactive mindset and willingness to step up when required

• Proven experience managing project delivery operational planning and sequencing of works

• Demonstrated experience leading supervisors and frontline teams in a construction or maintenance environment

• Knowledge of the South Canterbury region and local stakeholder environment is highly desirable

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 731883

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.