Maintenance Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join our Hamilton-based team.

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.

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

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

• Rewarding remuneration including company vehicle and tools of trade
• 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!

The Opportunity |Te kōwhiringa

We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join our Hamilton-based team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated engineering professional who enjoys balancing technical expertise, contract management, stakeholder engagement, and operational leadership.

Reporting to the Asset Maintenance Manager, you will play a key role in delivering maintenance programmes, supporting operational teams, optimising resources, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will provide technical and operational support across a range of maintenance contracts and projects. You will work closely with supervisors, clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of maintenance programmes while meeting quality, financial, safety, and performance objective

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the planning, budgeting, programming, and delivery of maintenance activities and contracts.
• Assisting with tender preparation, estimates, contract variations, and cost management.
• Monitoring contract performance to ensure delivery against quality, budget, and timeframe expectations.
• Managing programme documentation, claims, subcontractor agreements, and contractual obligations.
• Building strong relationships with clients and proactively resolving issues.
• Supporting and developing operational teams through coaching, mentoring, and training initiatives.
• Managing resources including personnel, plant, and equipment to maximise utilisation and performance.
• Contributing to monthly financial reporting, forecasting, and risk management activities.
• Championing a strong safety culture and driving Zero Harm outcomes across all operations

Important Skills | Nga pūkenga matua

• Proven experience as a Project Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, or similar role within the civil construction or infrastructure sector.
• Experience working within a contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of contract management and project delivery.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with the ability to influence and empower teams.
• Experience in estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management.
• Excellent stakeholder and client relationship management skills.
• A commitment to health, safety, environmental, and quality excellence.
• The flexibility to travel and work on projects outside of your home base when required.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience working with NEC3/NEC4 and/or NZS 3910/3916 contracts.

Our Organisation | Ko wai mātou

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!

How to apply | Me pēhea ki te tono

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 734030.

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.