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Downer's Infrastructure Projects division delivers multi-disciplined infrastructure solutions throughout New Zealand and the South Pacific, in the road, rail, renewable, water and civil sectors. We've had some great successes in the past couple of years and are currently delivering a number of major infrastructure projects which will change the face of Auckland and New Zealand - including the City Rail Link projects, America's Cup project, the Downtown Infrastructure Programme and the Christchurch Southern Motorway.

To respond to some exciting opportunities through 2020 and beyond, we now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Civil Superintendent to join our high performing team. With a healthy pipeline of high-value opportunities, this is an exciting time for you to join the Downer family.

About the role:

In the role of Superintendent, you will play a crucial role in achieving project targets, being the eyes and ears on-site and being responsible for making the work happen. You will have strong working relationships with the Project Manager, Site Engineer, Foreperson and Subcontractor/s to help the workflow smoothly. The ideal candidate will have extensive civil infrastructure experience preferably in a New Zealand environment and sound practical project experience, be highly responsive and appreciate the need to move quickly.

About you:

To be successful in this role we are looking for the following skills and attributes:

• A formal civil engineering qualification (BE, NZCE)
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role
• The ability to promote an environment which supports Downer's philosophy of health and safety in the workplace
• Excellent organisational skills and demonstrated customer relationship management skills
• Sound project or engineering operations experience, including budget management
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety initiatives
• Track record in managing self-perform, plant and resource management
• Ability to promote excellence in project delivery, safety, quality and productivity
• Proven experience in large project delivery
• Subcontractor management skill
• Exceptional problem-solving ability

In return we offer:

A commitment to enhancing your skills and growing your career. As Downer has a large national presence, when you join Downer you are setting yourself up for a very solid career ahead. We offer you the opportunity to join our diverse and inclusive culture, and be part of a great team, working in a collaborative environment. We provide comprehensive training, a pay package reflective of your skills and experience, and all the tools of trade you need to do your job.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, head to www.downercareers.co.nz and enter reference number 575182 to apply.

The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test & medical.