Facilities Technician - Plumber

We currently have an opportunity for a Facilities Technician - Plumber to join our Department of Corrections and the Ministry of Justice team and play a key role in our high-performance team.Reporting to Site Manager, you'll help deliver high-quality outcomes that support our essential services.

Te Kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer holds a long-term Asset Management and Facilities Management contract with the Department of Corrections and the Ministry of Justice. This involves the proactive management and delivery to the national portfolio of facilities including 15 prisons, 100 courts and 157 community correctional sites. This contract underpins the provision of availability of facilities to support core Government services.

We are currently seeking a NZ Registered Plumber to join our high performing team in building maintenance at Whanganui Prison.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to expand their knowledge in the Facilities sector. There are a lot of opportunities to grow within the team, and you will be exposed to different responsibilities that will further enhance your skills in Plumbing.

Prisons are sometimes challenging work environments, so you must be confident and able to conduct yourself professionally at all times. You will also understand the 24/7 nature of a prison site and be prepared to sometimes manage jobs and situations after hours.

While undertaking general maintenance and repairs of the facilities your duties will also include;

• Dealing with unexpected events and providing direction to work for teams

• Looking for opportunities for continuous improvement and providing solutions

• The undertaking of scheduled maintenance, first response, and reactive activities in order to mitigate disruption to the customer’s activities

• A hands-on role in completing work safely and meeting our client and the needs of the contract

We are looking for a team player who is willing to go the extra mile for our customer. You will be focused on quality delivery, have an eye for detail and be able to coordinate other trades as required to get a job fully completed. You will be a problem solver and keep the plumbing services at site in good working order.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You will be an ambitious and resilient Plumber and will bring with you;

• Experience working as a NZ Certified Plumber or a Tradesman Plumber

• Able to work unsupervised while providing safe and quality work

• A full class one Driver’s license and ability to drive a manual

• Physically fit and agile, able to carry out regular bending and lifting tasks

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

Ko wai mātou | 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.

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

We’re proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity, offering:

• 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.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

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.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

Click "APPLY" and please include your CV and copies of relevant licenses/qualification. The reference number for this role is 723489.

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.