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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.
About the Team
Downer's Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand.
We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services.
By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers' challenges, and for our communities.
Job Description
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:
Competitive salary package
Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader's programme for top performers
Have a look at our other great benefits here!
We are seeking an experienced Asphalt Delivery Manager to lead and oversee paving operations across the Lower South region based in Dunedin.
This is a key leadership position responsible for driving operational excellence, ensuring profitable project delivery, and supporting the continued growth of our paving and asphalt operations.
The role will provide leadership and strategic direction to regional paving teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.
Working closely with Paving Managers, Contract Managers, and wider operational teams, you will play a pivotal role in developing capability within field teams and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
This role may also involve supporting wider transport operations across the Lower South business and offshore work opportunities within the South Pacific when required.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of paving and asphalt delivery across the Lower South region.
Lead the end‐to‐end delivery of asphalt paving works, from daily planning through to completion
Coordinate plant supply, logistics, crews, and traffic management to maximise daily production
Manage multiple paving sites simultaneously, adjusting resources to meet changing site conditions
Provide strong on‐site leadership to paving, rolling, and ancillary crews
Set daily work plans, production targets, and quality expectations for site teams
Monitor crew performance and productivity, addressing issues proactively
Mentor foremen and leading hands to build capability, accountability, and consistency
Manage staff rosters, leave, fatigue, and training needs
Oversee critical path paving programmes, ensuring updates and reviews are completed regularly.
Respond effectively to weather, plant breakdowns, and programme changes
Support variations, claims, and post‐job reviews with accurate operational input
Drive improvements in paving methods, crew performance, and quality outcomes.
Develop strong relationships with internal teams, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Lead by example in promoting a strong Zero Harm culture.
You will be an experienced operational leader with a strong background in asphalt, paving, or civil infrastructure delivery.
You will bring strong leadership capability, commercial awareness, and a commitment to safety and team development.
Ideally, you'll have:
Proven leadership experience within civil construction, paving, or infrastructure operations.
Strong project delivery and contract management experience.
Financial and commercial acumen.
Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills.
A proactive approach to safety, quality, and risk management.
Ability to motivate teams and build operational capability.
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer?
Then head to our People Site here!
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.
Job Info
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Job Category Services and Asset Management Delivery
Posting Date 08/03/2026, 10:00 PM
Locations Green Island, Otago, New Zealand
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