Area Manager (Murray Bridge)

**Downer’s Maintenance & ITS**business is proud to be expanding its footprint across South Australia, delivering vital road and asset maintenance and construction services across the Barossa, Riverland and South East Regions, covering approximately 5,600 km of sealed road network. It’s an exciting time to be part of a team that’s delivering these critical works across the state.

We are searching for experienced Area Managers across multiple locations in Nuriootpa, Loxton, Murray Bridge and Naracoorte to provide leadership and guidance for the Maintenance Delivery Team and associated sub-contractors across this new contract. In this role you will be responsible for managing the maintenance planning, estimating, resourcing, mobilisation and administration of works along with monitoring the execution of Improvement Works, Periodic Maintenance, and Routine Maintenance activities in a cost-effective manner.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Plan and deliver road maintenance services on time and within budget.
- Manage budgets and monitor performance to ensure cost efficiency.
- Build strong client and stakeholder relationships through proactive communication.Coach and develop Supervisors to build capability and drive improvement.
- **What you’ll bring**
- **Experience**:5+ years in civil or maintenance operations, including multi-crew or area management.
- **Qualifications**:White Card, ‘C’ class license; Diploma in Civil Construction or Project Management (desirable).
- **Skills**:Advanced knowledge of civil maintenance, strong leadership and stakeholder engagement, financial management expertise, and proficiency in business systems.
- **Competencies**:Operational leader, customer-focused, quality-driven, resilient, and collaborative.

Downer is a company that believes people are our greatest asset. We take pride in providing career opportunities, work-life balance, and above benchmark services. We also offer a range of advantages including:

- Tool of Trade Vehicle

Alicia Jacobson
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