Site Supervisor

Downer remains at the forefront of our industry by employing the best people and having the courage to challenge the status quo. Here is your chance to join the Downer Auckland Chip Seal Surfacing division where we take pride in upgrading roads pathways and connections throughout the Northern region. As a supervisor for one of the largest infrastructure business in New Zealand you will be involved in exciting projects requiring you to oversee civil work the operation of heavy machinery and preparation of sites.

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

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be offer:

• Rewarding remuneration including company vehicle and tools of trade
• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leaders programme for top performers
  

Have a look at our other great benefitshere!

The OpportunityTe kōwhiringa

We are looking for an experiencedleader to join the Auckland team as a Chipsealing Supervisor overseeing civil roading works and outcomes. You will bring a strong focus to the delivery of project requirements optimisation of resources and the achievement of targeted results.

As a core member of our Sealing department youll be responsible for ensuring a positive Zero Harm culture is championed and enhanced.

A key part of the 2026 role is the daily use of the Downer Sealing Delivery Hub. This includes checking the delivery pathway from site list and master data through planning pre-seal inspections go/no-go decisions sealing records post-seal inspections and close-out actions.

Ensure our key customer relationships are strengthened and foster a leading through collaboration and best for network approach. Day to day you will:

• Provide training and development for staff
• Successfully plan projects and resource programmes of work to ensure your team can deliver work efficiently
• Organise direct and control all activities and operations of crew to ensure that work is completed on time with a high level of quality
• Oversee cost management tracking expenditure and revenue to meet budgets and ensure claims accounted for.

Important Skills Nga pūkenga matua
As an experienced leader in the roading construction civil or drainage industry youll bring with you a proven track record of supervising teams and subcontractors in a range of maintenance and construction activities. Wed also value:

• Your in-depth knowledge of the construction industry including road sealing and general road maintenance activities
• Professional yet approachable communication skills
• A focus and passion for keeping people safe and environmental impacts to a minimum
• Demonstrated leadership behaviours that empower others to do their best and develop their skillset
• Strong planning skills with the ability to problem solve on the fly
• The ability to drive project completion within specified time frames

Our Organisation Ko wai mātou

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How to apply Me pēhea ki te tono

If this sounds like the opportunity for you click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 735901.

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.