Designer Estimator

3 days ago

Hamilton, New Zealand Downer Group Full time

**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:

- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role
- Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer

**Te** **kōwhiringa | The Opportunity**

Downer Energy work with some of New Zealand’s largest asset owners and energy providers to maintain their critical networks and assets across the country. Our whole-of-life approach creates positive outcomes for all New Zealanders as we help to reduce carbon emissions, optimise energy, and build a better Aotearoa. There are more than 500 of us in the Energy team and we are committed to being kaitiaki - guardians of New Zealand’s future.

**About the role**

Reporting into the Design & Projects Manager, you will be based in Morrinsville, working on one of our electricity distribution agreements. The Designer / Estimator will be part of a team responsible for the delivery of Customer Initiated Works (CIW) assigned projects. Your primary role will be to provide design and pricing solutions for the network including overhead lines, underground transformer and substations. In addition, you will also get out in the field for customer site visits and manage your own small projects.

This is a fulltime role, based in Morrinsville, working 40 hours per week, paying between $75,000-$100,000 per annum, based on experience.

**Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills**

Knowledge of electricity distribution requirements is essential. You will also offer design nous and commercial costing skills. You could be an experienced Line Mechanic / Cable Jointer / Electrician etc. with an interest to expand your career into design, or an experienced designer/estimator in the power distribution industry ready to hit the ground running. It is ideal if you can also offer:

- Design and pricing experience
- at least 2-3 years experience in the electricity distribution industry
- Strong MS Office skills
- Knowledge of legislation and ability to work within industry standards
- As a natural communicator, you will enjoy liaising with our customers to ensure your designs meet specifications, on time and within budget. To ensure we offer quality design solutions we look for technical expertise, customer centric solutions, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering deadlines.

**Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation**

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site copy and paste the following link into your browser: people.downergroup.co.nz/join-our-utilities-team/

**Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply**
- 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

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