Play a key role as the new Construction Superintendent in the construction team delivering a state‑funded, greenfield wastewater treatment plant at Chambers Flat.
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About the Project
Brand new opportunity to build a WWTP in a key growth area of South East Queensland.
Play a key role in the construction team delivering a state‑funded, greenfield wastewater treatment plant at Chambers Flat. This $350M project includes the WWTP and two conveyance pipelines servicing Park Ridge and Yarrabilba.
Logan Water has secured funding under Queensland's Residential Activation Fund to fast‑track the Chambers Flat WWTP with land acquired and the design and planning well advanced. Construction is programmed to commence on treatment plant site from early 2026. You'll operate within a mature, long‑term program alongside Logan Water and Alliance Partners WSP and Stantec.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Construction Manager, as
Construction Superintendent
you'll manage and coordinate a multi-disciplinary team of supervisors onsite and own the safe and on-time delivery of the Chambers Flat WWTP. Spanning all disciplines on site you'll manage civil, mechanical, electrical and process scope from early design involvement, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover. This role will oversee, guide, and coordinate project construction activities to ensure objectives for safety, cost, schedule, quality, and environmental performance are met.
What we are looking for
* Strong, demonstrated experience delivering multi-disciplined projects and 10+ years delivering complex civil or industrial infrastructure.
* Demonstrated success delivering treatment plants or high‑complexity facilities or civil projects through the entire construction phase including commissioning.
* Extensive experience in construction supervisory roles, including prior work with leading civil contractors
* Mastery of construction delivery in highly complex contracting environments
* Clear, candid communication; and a willingness to develop, coach and mentor teams
What we offer
* A competitive remuneration package
* Flexible work practices across site/office, robust wellness benefits, and access to Downer Group programs.
* Career runway inside a mature SEQ program: leadership development, formal mentoring, and pathways into growth roles within multiple programs of work across SEQ.
* The chance to deliver a city‑shaping asset that underwrites affordable housing and environmental outcomes for decades.
* Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team
* Permanent position
* Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team
* Work for a major ASX-listed company
About Energy & Utilities…
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
How to apply
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