Expression Of Interest - Defence Airfields

Downer EDI

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Defence airfield environment experience
Airfield pavement construction skills
Live airfield operational window management
Downer is seeking experienced Project Managers, Engineers, and Superintendents to deliver complex Defence airfield infrastructure projects safely and to the highest quality standards

Job Summary

  • Downer is seeking experienced Project Managers, Engineers, and Superintendents to deliver complex Defence airfield infrastructure projects safely and to the highest quality standards.
  • Roles involve working within strict operational windows such as runway closures and night works while maintaining zero-tolerance for overruns.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance and possess strong stakeholder engagement skills.

Matching Summary

Downer is seeking experienced Project Managers, Engineers, and Superintendents to deliver complex Defence airfield infrastructure projects safely and to the highest quality standards.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Defence airfield environment experience
  • Airfield pavement construction skills
  • Live airfield operational window management
  • Defence governance and security protocols
  • Fly in fly out work flexibility

Nice-to-have

  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Zero Harm safety culture commitment
  • Audit-ready documentation capabilities
  • Experience with CASA MOS 139 standards

Key Requirements

  • Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or Construction Management
  • Demonstrated experience delivering airfield or Defence infrastructure projects
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Defence Security Clearance (Baseline or above)

Work Rights

Must be eligible to work in Australia

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