Supervisor Surfacing

Downer; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding salary

Fuel discounts

Health care benefits

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Downer is seeking an experienced Surfacing Supervisor to lead and manage the Whanganui surfacing crew. You will plan, organise and direct surfacing and sealing operations, delivering safe, high-quality and cost-effective outcomes for clients. This hands-on leadership role suits someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and mentors teams.

You will oversee productivity, quality targets, and Zero Harm practices while supporting crew development and on-site training.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising surfacing or sealing crews within roading operations.
• Strong knowledge of surfacing specifications, procedures, and quality standards.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions and provide clear direction under pressure.
• Proactive mindset with commitment to continuous improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the Whanganui surfacing and sealing crew to deliver works safely, efficiently, and to specification.
• 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 requirements, promoting a Zero Harm culture.

Skills

Supervising surfacing crews

Surfacing specifications

Planning & organising

Decision making under pressure

Continuous improvement

Verbal & written communication

Job description

Seeking an experienced Surfacing Supervisor to lead our crew in Whanganui

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.

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!

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Surfacing Supervisor to lead and manage our surfacing crew based in Whanganui. In this role, you'll be responsible for planning, organising, directing and controlling surfacing and sealing operations to deliver safe, high-quality, and cost-effective outcomes for our clients. You'll play a key role in supporting and developing your crew, maintaining a strong Zero Harm culture, and ensuring all productivity, financial, quality, and safety targets are achieved.

This is a hands on leadership opportunity suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, has a strong technical background in surfacing, and enjoys mentoring and developing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the Whanganui surfacing and sealing crew to deliver works safely, efficiently, and to specification
• 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

• Proven experience supervising surfacing or sealing crews within roading operations
• Strong knowledge of surfacing specifications, procedures, and quality standards
• 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!

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.