Contract Engineer

At Downer, our purpose is to create and sustain the modern environment. From our roads to our rail, ports, and airports, our Transport Services business unit is responsible for keeping New Zealand moving.

We are big-picture people, operating under a model that pushes beyond the here and now. We design, build, and sustain the projects we work on, whilst also developing innovative solutions to the world’s leading issues around sustainability, where we are recognised as global leaders.

We remain at the forefront of our industry by employing the best people who have the courage to challenge the status quo. Our people are experts in their fields, influencing and shaping our future.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to make a real difference by joining us as we continue to build a better tomorrow for generations to come.

**About the role**

With over 150 years of projects and knowledge under our belts, our vision is innovative and future-focused. We are building sustainable communities that you can be proud to say that you have been a part of producing.

This is a varied role that will prove to be both challenging and rewarding as you embark on a collaborative journey designing, planning, and executing a range of projects. You will work within a supportive regional team to deliver excellence on contract objectives whilst also optimising resource use, championing a Zero Harm work culture, and ensuring stakeholder relationships are enhanced to maximise our commercial success.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our close-knit team in Auckland where you will be provided the opportunity to build a successful career with New Zealand’s leading Infrastructure provider.

You will be involved with completing quality inspections, assisting with the production of methodology and programmes, and ordering and tracking materials. As well as cost tracking and providing month-end assistance.

**About you**

To be successful in this role we are looking for a team player who will bring with them the following skills and experience:
As Contract Engineer you will aid in the delivery of contract requirements, optimisation of resource use and achieving target results to the client’s satisfaction, on time and within budget. You will also assist with developing a strong, motivated team and ensure stakeholder relationships are enhanced, and built within the Auckland Region,

**To be successful in this role you will**:

- Project management/engineering experience in sealing operations preferred
- Proven experience in delivering results in a commercially competitive environment where a focus on service and operational excellence is paramount
- High-level understanding of web and mobile-based technologies.
- Experience in managing work crews.
- Excellent use of MS Excel, Word and Outlook, and project
- Ability to work across geographical boundaries
- Desirable to hold tertiary qualification engineering
- Essential to hold a full current driver’s licence
- Minimum 2 years experience Engineer.

**Perks & Benefits**
Working for a progressive and reliable organisation, you will be offered a competitive remuneration package and enjoy flexible working as we take work-life balance so seriously that we include it in your contract.

Surrounded by a team of leading experts, we will equip you with all the best tools of the trade you will require to deliver the excellence we are known for, plus a whole lot of extras such as merchandise and clothing.

We pride ourselves on our socially responsible, inclusive, and diverse culture that includes Zero Harm tolerance.

You will receive ongoing mentoring, training, and development opportunities to ensure your knowledge and skills continue to be industry-leading and your career opportunities limitless in an organisation the size of ours.

And because we are all about relationships creating success, we offer our people a comprehensive employee benefits package through our partners. You will receive extensive discounts and perks across an enormous number of sought-after multinational brands, think banking, gyms, insurance, retailers, technology, vehicles, automotive, healthcare, childcare, homeware, dental care, travel, accommodation, and plenty more

You will love being a part of the Downer lifestyle, come and see for yourself why we are the crème de la crème of employers as we continue to build our future Literally.

**How to bring your Difference to Downer**

**How to Apply**:
Downer NZ is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture.

Our workplaces are drug and alcohol-free - all successful applicants must undertake a Pre-Employment drug test and medical.