Supervisor Surfacing

Location: Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand

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 successful. We offer:

• Rewarding salary 
• Z Energy fuel discount and monthly freebies 
• Free Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes 
• An inclusive and respectable place to work 

• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer

• Progression and development programmes to support personal and professional growth

Have a look at our other great benefits here!

 

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity 

We are looking for an experienced Surfacing Supervisor to lead and manage our surfacing crew based in Whanganui. In this role, you’ll be responsible for planning, organising, directing and controlling surfacing and sealing operations to deliver safe, high-quality, and cost-effective outcomes for our clients. You’ll play a key role in supporting and developing your crew, maintaining a strong Zero Harm culture, and ensuring all productivity, financial, quality, and safety targets are achieved. 

This is a hands on leadership opportunity suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, has a strong technical background in surfacing, and enjoys mentoring and developing teams. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the Whanganui surfacing and sealing crew to deliver works safely, efficiently, and to specification 

• Supervise and support crews on site, including providing hands-on guidance and training where required.

• Coordinate subcontractors to ensure their work aligns with project objectives.

• Manage site costs, equipment, plant, and materials to minimise wastage and downtime.

• Liaise with clients, residents, and stakeholders to ensure clear communication and positive relationships.

• Monitor compliance with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) requirements, promoting a culture of Zero Harm.

 

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

 

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience supervising surfacing or sealing crews within roading operations 

• Strong knowledge of surfacing specifications, procedures, and quality standards

• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

• The ability to make sound decisions and provide clear direction under pressure.

• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

 

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation 
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!

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 735969

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.

About Us

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities. 

About the Organization

Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.Seeking an experienced Surfacing Supervisor to lead our crew in Whanganui