Newcastle Surfacing Area Manager: Growth & Safety Leader

Downer; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Tool of Trade Vehicle

Perks@Downer access

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Downer is seeking an experienced Area Manager to lead our Newcastle surfacing operations. You will drive safety, financial performance and operational delivery while leading a high-performing team.

This role offers relocation support for the right candidate and the opportunity to shape a well-established business in a growing region. Reporting to the NSW/ACT State Manager, you will manage budgets, client relationships and tender activity, delivering results and continuous improvement across the

Qualifications

• Operational leadership experience in surfacing or road infrastructure.
• Commitment to safety, quality and operational excellence.
• Strong commercial acumen with budgeting experience.
• Experience developing client relationships and winning work.
• Experience leading high-performing teams and contract delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Newcastle surfacing business to meet safety, financial and operational targets.
• Champion Downer's Zero Harm safety culture.
• Grow the business through client relationships and work-winning activities.
• Manage budgets, forecasting and overall P&L performance.
• Oversee contract delivery, tender submissions and commercial outcomes.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.

Skills

Operational leadership

Safety leadership

Client relationships

Budget management

Tendering

Team coaching

Contract management

Education

Engineering or Finance degree

Job description

Downer is seeking an experienced Area Manager to lead our Newcastle surfacing operations. You will drive safety, financial performance and operational delivery while leading a high-performing team.

This role offers relocation support for the right candidate and the opportunity to shape a well-established business in a growing region. Reporting to the NSW/ACT State Manager, you will manage budgets, client relationships and tender activity, delivering results and continuous improvement across the