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Posted 16 July, 2026

Programming Lead - Te Pae o Tararua Ō2NL

Downer
Levin, MWT, NZ Full Time
Reference: 32835ecb4de071c0

Job Description

Explore your next career move with Downer and our Infrastructure Delivery team. We are seeking a Programming Lead to join us on a key project leaving a lasting legacy in the Horowhenua District. 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 Ō2NL The Ōtaki to north of Levin (Ō2NL) highway will dramatically improve safety, resilience, and efficiency, as well as increasing transport choices for the area's growing population. The Ō2NL project is led in partnership with NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Muaūpoko Tribal Authority, local hapū of Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga and council partner Horowhenua District Council. This transformative project is being delivered using a two-alliance approach, with each alliance delivering a section of the road and associated works. Together alliance partners are working to create a positive legacy for the region, led by our project principles to tread lightly with the whenua and create an enduring legacy. The Opportunity As a Programming Lead you will ensure operations are efficiently programmed and communicated to the Construction Manager and operational teams. Key Responsibilities Manage the project's baseline and target programmes Lead all programming activity with the project team, including short-term programming Manage monthly progress reporting processes Manage all programming systems and software Liaise with programming stakeholders Highlight emerging risks to programme to the Construction Manager Provide leadership in Zero Harm initiatives and quality assurance Important Skills A tertiary qualification in engineering or a related field, or equivalent industry experience Proven experience in infrastructure project delivery Strong knowledge of planning and programming software (e.g., Primavera P6) Excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder engagement skills Leadership capabilities with a focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation Benefits Rewarding salary Z Energy fuel discount and monthly freebies Free Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes An inclusive and respectable place to work $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer Progression and development programmes to support personal and professional growth #J-18808-Ljbffr

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