Production Planning & Compliance Officer

Posted 10 Days Ago
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Somerton, New South Wales, AUS
In-Office
Entry level
Transportation • Defense • Utilities • Industrial
The Role
Supports asphalt production planning and shift scheduling to ensure timely dispatch and successful shift outcomes. Coordinates operational teams, transport allocators, calibrations, truck loading compliance, production scorecards, and performance improvements. Maintains customer and stakeholder relationships while promoting safety, quality, efficiency, and Zero Harm standards across asphalt operations.
Summary Generated by Built In

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Production Planning and Compliance Officer to optimise the operations of the asphalt production team, monitor asphalt plant and production performance as well as provide general support to the Production Manager and the wider production team. 

In this role you will support the Production Manager to plan and schedule asphalt production on a shift-by-shift basis to ensure timely product dispatch to meet customer requirements. Co-ordinate with day shift, night shift and weekend operational teams to ensure all shifts are set up for successful shift outcomes. 


Key Responsibilities 

  • Support the Production Manager to ensure all plant, weighbridge and other calibrations are completed within scheduled timeframes. 
  • Maintain and foster customer and client relationships, understand and deliver on their needs. 
  • Record and maintain accurate production scorecards and identify areas for improving efficiency and saving costs.  
  • Co-ordinate with transport allocators to ensure trucks are safely and legally loaded before leaving the asphalt plant.  
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships within the production team, wider Melbourne asphalt team and other Downer stakeholders

You'll bring:

  • A current Australian Driver's Licence
  • Experience with asphalt plant and/or production operations highly regarded. 
  • Strong attention to detail and a focus on safety and quality
  • The ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively
  • Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Confidence using computer systems and digital reporting tools
  • A commitment to fostering a strong Zero Harm culture

 

What's On Offer

  • Secure, long-term opportunities with a major infrastructure contract
  • Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities
  • A supportive team environment with safety at the forefront
  • Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on critical road infrastructure across regional Victoria
  • Career pathways within Downer's national network

Apply now and join the Downer team.

Reference Number: 737128

Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter. For more information, contact [email protected]

At Downer, we value the diverse experiences, talents and cultures of our people and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

About UsAt 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 TeamDowner’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.

Skills Required

  • Current Australian Driver's Licence
  • Experience with asphalt plant and/or production operations
  • Strong attention to detail and focus on safety and quality
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
  • Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Confidence using computer systems and digital reporting tools
  • Commitment to fostering a strong Zero Harm culture

Downer Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Downer Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Downer Group.

  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Overtime, penalty rates, and structured allowances are often viewed as strong earners that lift overall compensation, particularly in field and trade roles.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing resources such as a 24/7 EAP, mental-health support, health checks, flu vaccinations, and retail discounts are consistently highlighted as valuable parts of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave options include parental leave and domestic-violence leave, contributing to a broader benefits offering across different life stages.

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The Company
HQ: Melbourne
26,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1933

What We Do

Downer Group is a leading provider of integrated infrastructure services across Australia and New Zealand, operating in sectors such as transport, utilities, facilities, and defense.

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