Superintendent

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Downer’s Energy & Utilities business is seeking an experienced Superintendent on a 2/2 roster to oversee on-site construction at Barrow Island, ensuring safety, schedule, budget and quality targets are met. The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering qualification or related field, about 12 years of construction leadership, deep knowledge of safety, quality control, scheduling and site logistics, and a proven ability to manage subcontractors and field crews across multiple teams. Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills are essential in a fast-paced environment. To apply, tailor your resume to demonstrate on-site leadership, safety training, cost and schedule control, and concrete site-challenge examples, then apply via the ad, noting that Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.

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Downer’s Energy & Utilities business is seeking an experienced Superintendent, on a 2/2 roster to oversee and manage on-site construction activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. 

This role will act as the primary point of contact for construction activities on site, with responsibility for coordinating daily operations, managing field crews and subcontractors, monitoring progress, supporting site logistics, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and client requirements. 

This is a great opportunity for a safety-focused and highly organised construction professional who enjoys leading teams, solving site-based challenges, and keeping projects moving in a fast-paced environment.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a highly experienced Superintendent with strong construction, safety, coordination, and leadership capability. You will bring a hands-on approach to managing site activities, supporting teams, and ensuring work is completed to the highest standard.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring:

• A qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Extensive construction experience, with the position description noting 12 years of experience
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, safety standards, and quality control practices
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, cost control, resource management, and site logistics
• Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, field crews, and multiple construction teams
• Excellent communication, leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities at once
• Valid construction-related certifications and safety training

What we offer

• Flexible working environment
• Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and a supportive, inclusive team
• Competitive salary and employee benefits
• Valued and respected position, with a supportive and experienced team
• Work for a major ASX-listed company 

About Energy & Utilities…

Downer’s Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today’s critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople. 

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone. 

How to apply

Click “Apply” to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! 

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.

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.