Employees appreciate the teamwork and supportive colleagues at Downer, along with the strong focus on safety and the availability of training for new skills. The flexible working arrangements, including the ability to work from home, are valued, and payment is consistently on time. Many employees also enjoy working on large, diverse projects across multiple sectors.
However, there are some potential challenges, such as management capabilities varying across different levels, with some employees noting a need for improved people management skills. Communication between departments and remote teams could be enhanced, and pay rates may be lower compared to market rates in some roles. Career growth opportunities can be limited in certain areas, and some employees experience a heavy workload with challenges related to equipment and IT systems. Additionally, organisational processes can be bureaucratic, with some finding administrative functions slow.