Civil Construction Supervisor at Downer Group

Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction supervision, Team leadership, Project planning, Problem-solving, Decision making, Communication, HSEQ compliance, Subcontractor coordination, Resource management, Earthworks, Utilities installation, Roading structures, Emergency response, Training and coaching, Site management

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

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! [https://people.downergroup.co.nz/downer-benefits/] Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Civil Construction Supervisor to join our team in Queenstown. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for managing and supervising construction crews to ensure that projects are delivered on time, to specification, and with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity. Our work spans a diverse range of civil construction projects, including earthworks, three waters, utilities installation, roading structures, and emergency response works. You will play a pivotal role across this varied scope, planning, coordinating, and supervising activity on site. A strong people leader, you will support the development of your team through training, coaching, and clear direction Key Responsibilities * Organise, direct and monitor project operations, ensuring all tasks and priorities are planned and resourced effectively. * 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: * A proven track record of supervising teams in the construction industry. * 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! [https://people.downergroup.co.nz/join-our-facilities-team/] 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 731757 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. 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. 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.

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Responsibilities

The Civil Construction Supervisor will manage and supervise construction crews to ensure projects are delivered on time, to specification, and with a focus on safety and quality. They are responsible for planning site operations, coordinating subcontractors, and supporting team development through training and clear direction.