We’re proud to announce a major milestone for Downer.
Downer has been awarded the Property and Asset Services (PAS) contract to deliver base and estate services across their two largest regions NSW/ACT and QLD. This is a significant milestone for our business and our enduring 80+ year relationship with the Australian Defence Force.
We’re inviting applications to join our permanent workforce in Nowra as an Estate Appraisal & Asset Data Auditor. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute.
We’re looking for people from all backgrounds – whether you bring Defence experience, industry knowledge, or transferable skills from other sectors.
If you’re passionate about contributing to Defence capability and want to be part of a high-performing, inclusive team – express your interest today.
What You’ll Do
This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:
Conducting estate condition assessments and asset data verification audits at Defence sites.
Validating and maintaining asset information in Defence estate systems (e.g., GEMS, DEIS, WMS).
Engaging with internal teams, subcontractors, and Defence stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
Preparing and submitting appraisal reports, supporting audits, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Promoting Downer’s Zero Harm values and ensuring all activities comply with WHS and environmental legislation.
What You’ll Bring
Certificate IV in Asset Management or equivalent (mandatory).
Demonstrated experience in asset auditing, condition assessment, and data analysis.
Diploma of Asset Management Planning, construction, engineering, or facilities management qualification (desirable).
Asbestos Awareness, White Card, and site access credentials (desirable).
Ability to obtain and retain Defence Security Clearance (Australian Citizenship required).
More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.
We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.
We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.
As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.
If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.