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Concrete Foreman

Employer
Downer EDI Limited
Location
New Plymouth, Australia
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Jan 3, 2023

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Category
Construction, Trade & Skilled
Work Term
Permanent
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English
angle-right Job no: 594652
Work type: Full Time - Permanent
Location: New Plymouth
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Downer has been designing, building and sustaining New Zealand's infrastructure for over a century and is a leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand.

With over 10,000 employees in New Zealand, we work alongside some of New Zealand's biggest businesses, councils and government agencies.

Downer is an internationally recognised force in the civil engineering industry. Our people are committed to what we do, and at Downer NZ we work together as a team to deliver on our promise to continue to be 'the number one supplier of infrastructure services in New Zealand'.

Are you an experienced Concrete Foreman? Would you like to bring your skills to a company that's going from strength to strength and is committed to your development?

We are now seeking a Concrete Foreman to join our team in New Plymouth, working on road maintenance contracts. You will be managing a team of Concrete workers, planning forward work and controlling site quality and safety.

In this role, you will be expected to work hands-on' at times to provide training and development for any new staff such as:
  • Erecting concrete formwork and laying steel reinforcing
  • Pouring, spreading and levelling concrete using screeds and templates
  • Forming expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers and straight edges
  • Cutting lines in concrete using power cutters
  • Cover freshly poured concrete with colouring powders and other materials.

This role won't be limited to Concrete footpath repairs but will also include Kerb and Channel renewal, small Asphalt repairs and small drainage work.

You will have:
  • NZ Register Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)
  • A proven track record of supervising concrete teams
  • A full driver's license, (class 2 license would be beneficial)
  • WTR
  • Able to deal with unexpected events/make decisions and provide direction to work Crews
  • Shows willingness/provides solutions to assist with a "continual improvement" philosophy.
  • An organized and systematic approach to the working environment
  • Strong planning skills
  • Good verbal and written communication skills

In Return We Offer:

Minimum wage to $27 per hour.

We offer a stable and supportive working environment with a challenging role offering variety - you won't be bored. We also offer a competitive remuneration package and structured career development in a leading organisation. This is a great time to take the next step in your career with an organisation committed to the lifelong development of our people.

Register your interest by applying today! An application form can be filled out at www.downercareers.co.nz , reference number 594652.

Our workplaces are drug and alcohol-free - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test & medical.

The Downer NZ Recruitment office will be closed from Friday, 23 December 2022 and we will be back on deck on Monday, 9 January 2022. If you submit an application during this period, please note that we will review your details and update you upon our return. Wishing you a safe and festive holiday season.

Advertised: 05 Dec 2022 New Zealand Daylight Time
Applications close: 23 Jan 2023 New Zealand Daylight Time

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