Data Collection Technician

Job title: Data Collection Technician

Company: Downer Group


Job description: Job Category: Technical Services and SupportJob Description:The purpose of the Data Collection Technician position is to support the Data Collection Lead – Surfacing and Pavements while having input into ongoing development of the data processing and reporting processes for the Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD), Hawkeye and GripTester Businesses.Te kōwhiringa | The OpportunityA key focus of this role will be collaboration and interaction with the wider Mobile Data Collection and Laboratory teams to drive efficiency and deliver excellent outcomes for our customers.Key result areas include:

• Mobile Data Capture Operation
• Planning and Development
• Data Processing
• Administration
• Lead by example, driving Zero Harm through operational excellence.
• People Management & Development

50% of the Data Collection Officer role will involve driving across the county operating Road Science’s state of the art data collection vehicles, 50% of role will involve data processing and reporting of data.Nga pūkenga matua | Important SkillsFundamental to this role will be driving across the county operating Road Science’s state of the art data collection vehicles (FWD, Hawkeye and GripTester). The purpose of this is to collect and report the data collected by these machines. This is used by our customers for road infrastructure design and asset management.You will ideally be:

• Strong computer skills. Experience in coding and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) is a bonus.
• Full NZ Drivers Licence is essential
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate and listen to clients.
• Analytical Thinker, able to Identify and maximise improvement opportunities.
• Faster learner with the ability to adapt and learn new systems that enhance the mobile data collection business.
• A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience will be beneficial

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working hereDowner is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful.We also offer:

• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes.
• Discounts for Samsung, Repco, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer.
• Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers.

Have a look at our other great benefitsKo wai mātou | Our OrganisationWant to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People SiteMe pēhea ki te tono | How to applyIf this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 720087.About Us: 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.About the Team: Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.

Expected salary:

Location: Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Job date: Sat, 03 May 2025 06:28:31 GMT

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