Ready to be more than just another crew member?
We're looking for a Level 5 Leading Hand / Second in Charge to join our Water Main Renewals team.
This is the perfect opportunity for an experienced water industry operator who enjoys taking ownership, supporting crews and stepping up when the Foreman is off site.
You'll play a key role in delivering water main renewal projects, coordinating daily activities, supporting subcontractors and helping ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
If you enjoy being the person others turn to for guidance, this could be your next move.
What you'll do
Support the Foreman in the day-to-day delivery of water main renewal projects
Coordinate crews, plant operators and subcontractors onsite
Step into a leadership role when the Foreman is unavailable
Assist with setting out works, site measurements and project planning
Produce site sketches and maintain project documentation
Train and mentor less experienced operators and crew members
Maintain strong communication with customers, residents and stakeholders
Champion safe work practices and contribute to a positive team culture
What we offer
Stable, long-term work across essential water infrastructure projects
Opportunity to step into a leadership pathway within the business
Work with experienced crews and industry-leading operators
Suite of Downer benefits, including health and wellness initiatives
Ongoing training and development opportunities
What we're looking for




Experience in water main renewals, pipelaying, plumbing or civil construction
Confidence supervising crews and coordinating daily site activities
Ability to work independently and maintain productivity onsite
Strong understanding of safety, risk management and site operations
White Card, Drivers Licence, First Aid and CPR certification
Competencies across multiple areas including excavator operations, trenching and shoring, electrofusion welding, PE welding or similar disciplines
Solid communication skills and a hands‐on approach to leadership
About the team
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.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfying the project minimum requirements, a pre-employment medical and evidence of your right to work in Australia.
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.
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📌 Technician - Leading Hand (Melbourne)
🏢 Downer
📍 Melbourne