Surfacing Quality Engineer

Downer; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Discounted holiday homes

Friendly environment

Career progression

Job summary

Downer is looking for a Quality Engineer - Surfacing to drive quality outcomes across surfacing projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and contractual obligations while supporting safe, efficient project delivery.

You will oversee quality systems, ITPs and construction documentation, acting as a key link between field operations and contract requirements to minimize post-construction risk and strengthen client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in chipseal and asphalt surfacing operations.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and construction compliance.
• Familiarity with NZTA surfacing specifications and industry best practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance activities across surfacing projects.
• Ensure ITPs, hold points, testing, and QA documentation are completed on time.
• Support QA Technicians and guide best-practice quality outcomes.

Skills

Surfacing experience

Quality systems

Construction compliance

NZTA specs

Documentation

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Job description

In this role, you'll be responsible for driving quality assurance outcomes across surfacing operations, ensuring construction activities meet specification requirements, quality standards, and contractual obligations while supporting safe, efficient project delivery.

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.

Quality Engineer- Surfacing

Are you an experienced surfacing professional with a passion for quality, compliance, and continuous improvement? We're looking for a Quality Engineer - Surfacing to play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of chipseal and asphalt surfacing projects across the region.

Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• A friendly and supportive environment
• Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader's programme for top performers

Have a look at our other great benefits here!

The Opportunity | Te kōwhiringa

Working closely with operational teams, quality technicians, contract managers, and client representatives, you'll oversee quality systems, inspection and test plans (ITPs), construction documentation, and compliance processes across chipseal and asphalt projects.

You will be a key link between field operations and contract requirements, helping ensure works are delivered right the first time while minimising post-construction risk and maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee quality assurance activities across surfacing projects.
• Ensure Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), hold points, testing, and quality documentation are completed accurately and on time.
• Support and guide Quality Technicians in delivering best-practice quality outcomes.
• Conduct construction audits and verify compliance with contract specifications and client requirements.
• Manage quality records, traceability documentation, and construction evidence.
• Identify, document, and manage non-conformances, variations, and quality risks.
• Coordinate with client representatives to ensure clear agreement on project scope and construction activities.
• Support traffic management compliance and ensure relevant requirements are in place before works commence.
• Assist with work claiming, AWM data management, and broader contract compliance activities.
• Contribute to a strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Important Skills | Nga pūkenga matua

You’ll bring practical surfacing experience along with a strong understanding of quality systems and construction compliance.

To be successful, you’ll ideally have:

• Experience within chipseal and asphalt surfacing operations.
• Knowledge of NZTA surfacing specifications and industry best practice.
• Experience working with quality assurance systems, inspections, and testing processes.
• Familiarity with AWM, MyTTM, and contract compliance requirements.
• Strong documentation, reporting, and record management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Sound mathematical and analytical skills relevant to construction and surfacing operations.
• A collaborative, team-focused approach and commitment to continuous improvement.