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.
Downer is seeking a motivated Production Engineer to play a key role in supporting the operation and performance of our asphalt production teams across our plants in Somerton and Bayswater. Based out of Somerton, you will assist with planning, scheduling, plant optimisation, calibration and maintenance activities, while fostering strong working relationships across internal teams and external stakeholders.
This position is hands‑on, collaborative, and vital to ensuring our operations run safely, efficiently and in line with customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Support production supervisors with shift‑by‑shift planning, scheduling and coordination to ensure timely, in‑specification asphalt production and dispatch.Monitor asphalt plant performance, analyse scorecards, identify trends and drive efficiency, quality and cost‑saving improvements.Work with the laboratory team to adjust plant settings, resolve non‑conformances and maintain consistent, compliant production.Forecast and order raw materials, and ensure all plant, weighbridge and equipment calibrations are completed on schedule.Conduct plant inspections, support maintenance planning and perform site checks to verify safe and legal truck loading.Assist with weekly resourcing and rostering in line with fatigue management requirements and help onboard new personnel and subcontractors.Contribute to a strong Zero Harm culture by supporting safety initiatives, identifying risks and ensuring corrective actions are closed out promptly.What You'll Bring
Tertiary qualification in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or similar).Ideally 2-5 years in a similar engineering, maintenance or production role.Experience with production plants such as asphalt, concrete, brick, quarry, mining or similar (highly regarded).Strong understanding of CMMS planning and scheduling.Strong analytical, technical and problem‑solving abilities.Self‑motivated, inquisitive and technically minded.Comfortable leading by example and getting hands‑on when required.Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate firmly and respectfully.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 benefits including:
Tool of Trade VehicleA suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP, Beyond Blue and health insurance discounts.Lifestyle; discount with Shell petrol, car rentals, shopping (like The Good Guys & Wattyl Paint).Access to Perks@Downer, which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options.To join the Downer team please \"apply now\". We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches. Please be advised that email applications will not be accepted.