Supervisor Surfacing

JobSpace; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer in Whanganui is seeking an experienced Surfacing Supervisor to lead and manage our surfacing crew. You will plan, organise and direct surfacing and sealing operations to deliver safe, high-quality and cost-efficient outcomes for clients.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong technical knowledge of surfacing, excellent people management, and a commitment to Zero Harm, with a focus on mentoring crews and achieving project targets in a dynamic roading environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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 Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) requirements, promoting a culture of Zero Harm.

Skills

Surfacing supervision

Planning & organisation

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Job description

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.

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.

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.

To be successful in this role, you will bring: 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.