Downer's Energy & Utilities business is seeking an experienced
Superintendent, on a 2/2 roster to oversee and manage on-site construction activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
This role will act as the primary point of contact for construction activities on site, with responsibility for coordinating daily operations, managing field crews and subcontractors, monitoring progress, supporting site logistics, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and client requirements.
This is a great opportunity for a safety-focused and highly organised construction professional who enjoys leading teams, solving site-based challenges, and keeping projects moving in a fast-paced environment.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a highly experienced Superintendent with strong construction, safety, coordination, and leadership capability. You will bring a hands-on approach to managing site activities, supporting teams, and ensuring work is completed to the highest standard.
To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring:
A qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Extensive construction experience, with the position description noting 12 years of experience
In-depth knowledge of construction processes, safety standards, and quality control practices
Strong understanding of project scheduling, cost control, resource management, and site logistics
Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, field crews, and multiple construction teams
Excellent communication, leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills




The ability to work in a fast-paced setting and manage multiple priorities at once
Valid construction-related certifications and safety training
What we offer
Flexible working environment
Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and a supportive, inclusive team
Competitive salary and employee benefits
Valued and respected position, with a supportive and experienced team
Work for a major ASX-listed company
About Energy & Utilities...
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
How to apply
Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you!
Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.
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.

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