Leading Hand

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Downer is seeking an experienced Leading Hand to join our Wellington maintenance team for a full-time onsite role. In this role you’ll lead a small crew carrying out maintenance tasks across the network, from handrails and barriers to concreting and pothole repairs. You’ll plan activities, allocate resources, mentor crew and ensure work is safe, efficient and quality-focused. The ideal candidate brings proven leadership in civil construction or road maintenance, strong practical skills, Class 2 licence preferred, and commitment to health and safety with good planning and communication. Benefits include a competitive package and training. To apply, tailor your CV to leadership and concrete maintenance experience with mentoring examples, and be prepared for pre-employment checks referencing 735330. If you need support, let us know.

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Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

At Downer, our purpose is to enable communities to thrive. As one of New Zealand's leading infrastructure providers, we deliver the essential services that keep our roads, transport networks, and communities operating safely and efficiently.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Leading Hand to join our Wellington maintenance team. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll lead a small crew delivering a wide variety of maintenance and repair works across the network. From repairing damaged handrails, barriers and retaining walls through to concreting, pothole repairs and general civil maintenance, no two days will be the same.

Working closely with the Supervisor, you'll help plan daily activities, coordinate resources, mentor team members and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You'll be a practical leader who enjoys working alongside your crew and takes pride in delivering quality work. To be successful, you'll bring:

• Previous experience in a Leading Hand, Foreperson or similar leadership role
• Strong experience within civil construction, maintenance, roading or infrastructure environments
• Class 2 driver's licence preferred
• Experience with concreting, pavement repairs, general maintenance or construction activities
• Practical construction, building, carpentry or handyman experience would be highly regarded
• Ability to lead and motivate crews while maintaining productivity and quality standards
• Strong commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental requirements
• Good communication and planning skills
• A proactive, hands-on approach to work
   

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 opportunities they need to succeed. We offer:

• Competitive remuneration package + time and a half after 45 hours
• Stable, long-term career opportunities
• Ongoing training and development
• Access to employee benefits and wellbeing programmes
• A supportive team environment
• The opportunity to work on essential infrastructure that supports local communities
   

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply

If you're an experienced civil professional with strong leadership skills and a practical construction background, we'd love to hear from you.

Reference : 735330

As part of our commitment to a safe workplace, successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment drug test, medical assessment and Ministry of Justice check before starting employment. If you require support throughout this process, please let us know.

 

 

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