Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity 

Downer Transport & Infrastructure business is seeking a Logistics Lead for our Auckland Paving team, focused on managing operations within the paving department. This pivotal role involves overseeing logistics, transport, and delivery processes, with a core focus on resource optimization, financial performance, and achieving operational goals. 

Key responsibilities include: 

Planning & Tendering: Help prepare project plans and budgets, assist with estimates and tenders, and work with managers to ensure resources and timelines are optimized. Resource & Outcome Management: Oversee truck bookings, manage plant resources, and ensure projects stay on track with budgets and timelines. People Management: Lead, coach, and develop your team, set clear goals, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Client & Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with clients, internal teams, and suppliers, ensuring smooth project delivery and quick resolution of issues. Safety & Compliance: Lead safety efforts, ensuring all projects meet Zero Harm, environmental, and quality standards. Financial & Risk Management: Manage budgets, track project performance, submit claims and invoices, and ensure all contracts and compliance requirements are met.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills  

To succeed in this role, you’ll need a combination of leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to drive operational success. We’re looking for someone who brings a wealth of experience in project management, is financially savvy, and has a strong commitment to safety and quality. Ideally, you’ll possess the following qualifications and experience:

Leadership Experience: Strong background in managing staff, plant, and quality processes, with a proven track record of responsibility and accountability. Project Management Expertise: Over 5 years of relevant experience in project management or engineering, with a focus on meeting deadlines and driving results. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, able to liaise effectively with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors. Innovative Thinking: Ability to think creatively, improve services, and drive mutual benefits for all stakeholders. Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of financial processes, including budget management, progress reports, and interpreting P&L statements. Health & Safety Compliance: Experience in maintaining and complying with Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental policies, with a focus on minimizing rework and ensuring project quality.

 

 Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

Rewarding salary and company vehicle Access to our new and improved Downer Perks program Z Energy fuel discount and monthly freebies  Whanau Scholarships Free Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes  Progression and development programmes to support personal and professional growth

Have a look at our other great benefits https://people.downergroup.co.nz/downer-benefits/

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation 

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site https://people.downergroup.co.nz/join-our-transport-team/

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 716179.

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.