Corridor Access Requests Coordinator

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Use your coordination skills to help keep telecommunications projects moving.
We have a great opportunity for an organised and proactive Corridor Access Requests (CARs) Coordinator to join our Telco team. This is a permanent, full-time role based at our Kerrs Road office in Auckland.
You’ll coordinate the council permissions, applications and supporting documentation required before work can begin in public road corridors. You’ll connect the dots between councils, clients and our delivery teams, keeping approvals on track and our crews ready to go.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating corridor access applications and approvals
• Preparing and maintaining accurate job plans and documentation
• Reviewing council conditions and communicating requirements to delivery teams
• Keeping internal and external stakeholders informed
• Identifying risks and resolving or escalating issues as required

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You’ll be the person who keeps the moving parts moving, bringing people, paperwork and priorities together to get the job done.
We’re looking for:

• Strong organisation, multitasking and time-management skills
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication
• Excellent attention to detail and document-management skills
• The ability to identify problems and coordinate practical solutions
• Confidence working with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• A proactive, adaptable approach and willingness to make decisions

Experience working with councils, regulatory authorities, utilities, telecommunications, civil construction or infrastructure projects would be beneficial. Knowledge of road corridor requirements, temporary traffic management or utility reinstatement responsibilities would also be an advantage.
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

At Downer, we empower our people to make the difference that matters. Every day, our teams deliver the essential infrastructure and services that connect communities, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow, thrive and do your best work.

We support you with:

• Personal development planning, training, upskilling and leadership programmes
• Flexible working arrangements
• Free counselling for you and your immediate whānau
• A company laptop and phone
• Marram healthcare benefits, discounted holiday homes and whānau scholarships
• Perks@Downer discounts and employee networks including StandOut, Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If you’re a capable coordinator who enjoys managing documentation, working with different stakeholders and keeping projects on track, we’d love to hear from you.
You may already have corridor access experience, or you could bring transferable skills from project coordination, permitting, utilities, infrastructure, civil construction or local government.

Apply today with your CV and Cover letter, and be the difference that matters.