Te Kōwhiringa | The Opportunity 

Downer holds a long-term Operations and Maintenance contract with the Kaipara District Council. Our services include design, construction, operations, maintenance and meter reading across water reticulation, water and wastewater treatment, water and wastewater networks and biosolids management.

We are currently seeking a supervisor to join our team in our Dargaville office. Your key duties will include servicing planned and unplanned water reticulation maintenance. You will be expected to be involved in planning, organising, directing and controlling activities and operations of crews to ensure that work is completed to the satisfaction of customers. Your key duties will include:

Working within a dedicated maintenance team delivering the most efficient and quality-driven service to our clients and their customersProviding leadership, management and technical input to the teamManaging financial activities to ensure cost control and profitable return on work completedProactively identifying improvements and leading implementation across the contract.

Nga Pūkenga Matua | Important Skills

You will be a passionate, highly organised Water Supervisor with a talent for prioritising and managing a fast-paced, high-volume workload.

In addition, you will also have:

Current and relevant industry experience and qualifications, ideally National Certificate in Water Reticulation Level 4 SupervisorFull NZ Class 1 & 2 Driver’s license endorsed with WTR would be an advantageKnowledge and experience of supervising water reticulation teamsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong team building and relationship development skillsActive problem solver and effective decision-makerFinancial and commercial acumen, with experience in pricing worksTraffic Management training would be preferred but not essentialAbility to work effectively with the Client and their customers100% commitment to Health and Safety

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here.

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. We offer:

Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes. 

Access to Perks@Downer, which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options.

Employee assistance programs (EAP) which cover mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support

Competitive remuneration and relocation assistance

Opportunities for development in a supportive team, and lots of room to grow.

Please have a look at our other great benefits here https://people.downergroup.co.nz/downer-benefits/ 

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation 

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Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply 

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, then click apply now.

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 before starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.