Surveyor

The Senior Downer New Zealand team are travelling to London to interview on the following dates:

• Sunday 30 October
• Monday 31st October
• Tuesday 1st November

If you would like the chance to work for this leading company in beautiful New Zealand, please apply today.

Come and live the dream Down Under!

Build and grow New Zealand’s infrastructure by bringing your expertise to our South Pacific paradise. New challenges, a new country, and a new lifestyle – make 2023 your year to experience something exceptional.  

There has never been a better opportunity for an infrastructure professional like you to secure your and your family’s future in New Zealand.

At Downer, you will be leading from the front because we are New Zealand’s biggest integrated services provider. Day to day, we design, build, and service Australasia’s major civil infrastructure. From our roads to our rail, ports, and airports, our Transport business is responsible for keeping New Zealand moving.

In Aotearoa, New Zealand alone, Downer service 25,000 kms worth of roads.

Major Downer projects include:

• City Rail Link in Auckland
• Transmission Gully in Wellington
• Milford Road in Fiordland
• Cameron Road in Tauranga

As an Engineering Surveyor you will join our Wellington team to plan, direct and conduct survey work to determine, delineate and precisely position tracts of land, natural and constructed features. Your expertise and value will play a key connection between the designers and the construction teams and therefore require prompt and reliable delivery of surveying needs, whilst ensuring clear communication to our teams.

Day to day you will be:

• Determining the position of points of interest on the earths surface including marine floors, and preparing the final product data in digital form
• Supervising the preparation of plans, maps, charts and drawings, to give pictorial representations and managing spatial information systems
• Undertaking research and development of surveying and photogrammetric measurement systems, cadastral systems and land information systems
• Planning and designing land subdivision projects and negotiating details with local governments and other authorities
• Advising Architects, Engineering Professionals, environmental and other scientists or other relevant professionals on the technical requirements of surveying, mapping, and spatial information systems
• Compiling and evaluating data, interpreting codes of practice, and writing reports concerning survey measurement, land use and tenure
• Preparing site plans and survey reports required for conveyancing and land ownership matters
• Evaluating, compiling and maintaining spatial information using a range of digital and graphical source materials, including aerial photographs, satellite imagery, survey documents, existing maps and records, historical data, reports and statistics
• Analysing and interpreting data to design maps, graphs, plans, drawings, and three-dimensional models using geographic information and related systems
• Developing and trialling new applications for use in geographic information systems
• Supervising and coordinating the work of Surveying or Spatial Science Technicians in the production and reproduction of geographic products

About you:

As a good fit within the business, you will possess:

• Practical experience in civil or commercial construction and set out
• Relevant Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Experience in collaborative work and working towards common goals
• Excellent computer literacy
• Experience with and a strong commitment to health and safety initiatives
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent record keeping skills
• Experience with Trimble or other Equipment and Civil 3d surveying software or similar
• Full drivers license
• The ability to work on multiple projects concurrently

Core benefits of working for Downer:

Working for a progressive and stable employer, Downer offers more than just the basics youd expect from a large organisation. Our benefits are designed to develop the whole person, at home and at work - trust us when we say we’ve got you covered. Here’s just a brief insight into some of the many things we can offer you:

• Competitive remuneration and vehicle packages
• Free access for you and your immediate family to mental health & counselling services
• A Flexible Working Policy, allowing work to work for you
• Dedicated personal development plans that are reviewed quarterly, empowering you to take ownership of your career trajectory!
• Access to over 50 training programmes including Leadership Pathways!
• The latest and greatest tools of the trade our people require to successfully perform in their roles!
• Access to a comprehensive employee benefits package through our partners – all employees have access to a great range of corporate discounts and benefits across banking, insurance, retailers, technology, vehicles, automotive, healthcare, childcare, homeware, dental care, travel, accommodation, gym memberships and more!

Secure your UK interview with Downer:

In order for your UK interview to be arranged and to receive the immigration assistance you may need, please ensure your application is made via this form, versus directly on Downer’s website. 

This application is through Working In - Immigration and sourcing partners for Downer New Zealand’s 2022 UK interview event.