Water Serviceperson - Albany

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for someone with practical experience in civil construction, concreting, or reinstatement works to join our Auckland-based Water Reinstatement team.

This role is responsible for delivering high-quality reinstatement works following water network repairs, ensuring infrastructure and public spaces are restored safely, efficiently, and to the required standards. The position primarily involves concrete reinstatement but also includes asphalt, chip seal and turf restoration works.

You’ll work as part of a dedicated field team, operating plant and equipment, completing reinstatement activities, liaising with customers and stakeholders, and ensuring all works meet Auckland Transport specifications and Downer’s high standards for quality and safety.

This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same. You'll take pride in delivering quality workmanship while contributing to projects that help keep Auckland communities connected and thriving.

Ngā pūkenga matua | Important Skills
You’ll be a motivated and safety-focused individual who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in delivering quality results. You will bring:

• Full Class 1 Driver Licence (essential)
• Experience in concrete construction and finishing
• Experience working with asphalt, chip seal or civil reinstatement works advantageous
• Ability to interpret drawings and work to layout and final level specifications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good organisational and problem-solving abilities
• A proactive, self-motivated and results-oriented approach
• Commitment to delivering outstanding customer service
• Strong focus on health, safety and quality outcomes
• Flexibility to work extended hours when operational requirements demand

Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | Benefits of working with Downer
Our purpose is to enable communities to thrive, driven by your passion and dedication. We offer a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional growth, with support systems tailored to your diverse needs and aspirations. Our benefits focus on four key areas:

• Career: We invest in your success with personal development planning, training and upskilling opportunities, and established leadership programmes designed to support long-term career growth.

• Wellbeing: Your safety, health and wellbeing are our priorities. We embed Zero Harm practices across all our work and offer free counselling for you and your immediate whānau, as well as access to Marram healthcare benefits and discounted holiday homes throughout Aotearoa.

• Community: Together, we make a difference. We’re proud of our inclusive culture and employee networks including StandOut (LGBTQIA+), Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga, which celebrate diversity and foster belonging.

• Individuality: We celebrate high performance and what makes you unique. 

Perks@Downer gives you access to a range of offers tailored to your lifestyle, including discounts on Southern Cross premiums, gym memberships, travel, retail purchases and more.

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Downer's Water business delivers essential infrastructure services that support communities across New Zealand. Our teams maintain and improve critical water networks and assets, helping ensure safe and reliable services for our customers and communities.

With more than 26,000 people across our wider Downer whānau, we’re a diverse team of thinkers, doers and problem solvers. We’re committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, identities and abilities.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
Click APPLY and follow the prompts to submit your CV and copies of relevant licences and qualifications.

Reference Number: 735967

All successful applicants must complete a satisfactory pre-employment drug and alcohol test, medical assessment and Ministry of Justice check. If you require support with any part of the recruitment process, our team is here to help.

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.