Job Description

Technician - Leading Hand Second In Charge

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A great opportunity for skilled pipeline, water and civil professionals ready to step into leadership.

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The Opportunity

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Downer's Energy & Utilities team is seeking an experienced Level 5 Leading Hand / Second in Charge to join our Water Main Renewals crew.

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Working alongside the Foreman and Pipelines team, you'll play a key role in delivering multiple water infrastructure projects while helping lead crews, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining productivity and ensuring all works are completed safely and efficiently.

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This is an ideal opportunity for a skilled water renewal, pipeline or civil construction professional who enjoys a hands-on role while stepping up into site leadership responsibilities.

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What We're Looking For

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We're seeking a motivated team player with experience in water renewals, plumbing or pipeline construction who can confidently lead by example and support the crew in achieving safe, high-quality outcomes.

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To be successful, you will have:

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- Minimum 12 months' experience in water renewals, pipeline construction, plumbing or related civil infrastructure works
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- White Card (Construction Industry Induction)
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- Current Driver's Licence, including Light Rigid licence
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- First Aid Level 2 and CPR certification
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- Class B Asbestos Removalist qualification
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- Demonstrated ability to oversee site operations in the absence of the Foreman
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- Experience coordinating subcontractors and supporting crew productivity
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- Strong understanding of risk management and safe work practices
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- Ability to accurately set out, measure and complete works to a high standard
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- Strong communication skills when dealing with customers, residents and stakeholders
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- Capability to complete daily paperwork and site administration requirements
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Desirable competencies include current certification in multiple areas such as:

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- Electrofusion Welding
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- PE Butt Welding
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- Trenching and Shoring
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- Excavator Operations
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- Backhoe Operations
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- Flexibore
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- Dogging
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- Spotting
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- Medium/Heavy Rigid or HC Licences
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- Plastek systems
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What We Offer

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- Secure, long-term work on essential water infrastructure projects
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- Opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities and develop your career
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- Supportive team environment focused on safety and collaboration
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- Ongoing training, competency development and upskilling opportunities
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- Access to a range of employee advantages and wellbeing initiatives
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- The opportunity to work with a leading infrastructure services provider delivering essential services to communities
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About Energy & Utilities

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Downer's Energy & Utilities business is an integrated trans-Tasman team delivering services that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate, and maintain critical assets across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial, and power generation sectors.

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Downer is an inclusive employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and cultures.

📌 Technician - Leading Hand Second In Charge (Victoria)
🏢 Downer
📍 Victoria