Oversee subcontractor delivery of contract services to meet specifications and KPIs in NZ housing/building projects

Works Supervisor

Join our team and play a key role in delivery of contract services and day-to-day supervision of sub-contractor services. Reporting to Team Leader, you'll help deliver high-quality outcomes that support our essential services.

The Works Supervisor will provide direction and guidance to both Kāinga Ora personnel and subcontractors and ensure work is being performed as specified in work order and in accordance with contractual and business key performance indicators.

We are seeking someone with either social housing, facility maintenance or other related building and or trade-related experience. Do you have preferred knowledge in the following categories: Building, Glazing, Plumbing, Painting, Roofing, Surveying and Electrical etc. We want people with practical experience with a can-do attitude, wanting to help other people!

This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:

  • Ensuring the effective delivery of contract services and day to day supervision of sub-contractor services ensuring works are consistently undertaken to a high standard and within specification and value for money.
  • Undertake regular assessments and audits to ensure regulatory and quality requirements are met and support continuous improvement in sub-contractor performance
  • Building and maintaining strong, positive collaborative relationships with contractors and customers based on trust, integrity, and open communication
  • Provide guidance and direction to Kainga Ora personnel and sub-contractors and ensure work is being performed as specified in work order and in accordance with contractual and business KPIs

Important Skills (experience required):

  • A trades background and ideally trade qualified and proven work history working as either a Site Supervisor or Foreperson
  • Experience within facilities management and asset maintenance including the delivery of contractual KPIs via sub-contractor
  • Experience in monitoring and evaluating the performance of subcontractors
  • Has excellent time management and planning skills
  • Familiarity and understanding of domestic building statutory obligations, codes of practice and Building code of New Zealand
  • An understanding of project management principles along with the ability to read technical drawings and specifications

More than anything, you'll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Our Organisation

At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.

Why you will enjoy working here

  • Training and development to support and diversify your career.
  • With 30% of vacancies filled internally you'll find real opportunities to advance your career.
  • Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
  • Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.

We're committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with this role, we'd still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we're here to help you put your best foot forward.

How to apply

Click "APPLY" and please include your CV, copies of relevant licences/qualification. The reference number for this role is 737985.

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

  • Job Identification 737985
  • Job Category Services and Asset Management Delivery
  • Locations Wiri, Auckland, New Zealand
  • Apply Before 11/19/2026, 11:00 AM
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