Rail Station Maintenance Supervisor

Downer; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare discounts

Retail savings

Car purchase discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Downer is seeking a Supervising Maintenance Technician to support the Auckland AMAS contract, coordinating maintenance across critical rail systems and stations. You will supervise service partners, ensure safe, reliable operation, and oversee tasks from inspections to minor repairs in a 24/7 rail environment.

Ideal candidates hold NZ-trade qualifications (Mechanical/ Electrical/ Plumbing) and have CMMS, Outlook and Excel experience, plus a full NZ driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• NZ-recognised trade qualifications in Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing/Drainlaying as required.
• Experience in facilities maintenance within complex environments (transport, industrial, healthcare).
• Proven ability to supervise subcontractors and deliver safe, quality maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise safety above all else and uphold Zero Harm.
• Supervise service delivery partners and subcontractors for safe, efficient maintenance.
• Coordinate maintenance per the AMAS Maintenance Plan, including routine inspections and repairs.
• Record work orders, asset status and completion in CMMS.
• Plan and organise maintenance to minimise downtime and maintain readiness.
• Collaborate with technicians and operations teams for safe delivery.
• Participate in toolbox talks, shift briefings and lessons-learned reviews.
• Work across three shifts and be available for on-call roster.

Skills

Safety leadership

Customer-focused mindset

Problem solving

CMMS experience

Driver's licence

Education

NZ-recognised Mechanical

NZ-recognised Electrical

NZ-recognised Plumbing/Drainlaying

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

Downer is seeking a Supervising Maintenance Technician to support the Auckland AMAS contract, coordinating maintenance across critical rail systems and stations. You will supervise service partners, ensure safe, reliable operation, and oversee tasks from inspections to minor repairs in a 24/7 rail environment.

Ideal candidates hold NZ-trade qualifications (Mechanical/ Electrical/ Plumbing) and have CMMS, Outlook and Excel experience, plus a full NZ driver’s licence.