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 doSupport the Foreman in the day-to-day delivery of water main renewal projectsCoordinate crews, plant operators and subcontractors onsiteStep into a leadership role when the Foreman is unavailableAssist with setting out works, site measurements and project planningProduce site sketches and maintain project documentationTrain and mentor less experienced operators and crew membersMaintain strong communication with customers, residents and stakeholdersChampion safe work practices and contribute to a positive team cultureWhat we offerStable, long-term work across essential water infrastructure projectsOpportunity to step into a leadership pathway within the businessWork with experienced crews and industry-leading operatorsSuite of Downer advantages, including health and wellness initiativesOngoing training and development opportunitiesWhat we're looking forExperience in water main renewals,



pipelaying, plumbing or civil constructionConfidence supervising crews and coordinating daily site activitiesAbility to work independently and maintain productivity onsiteStrong understanding of safety, risk management and site operationsWhite Card, Drivers Licence, First Aid and CPR certificationCompetencies across multiple areas including excavator operations, trenching and shoring, electrofusion welding, PE welding or similar disciplinesStrong communication skills and a hands‐on approach to leadershipAbout the teamDowner'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 (Victoria)
🏢 Downer
📍 Victoria