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Downer New Zealand

Driver Operator

  • Posted 2w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Location

Whanganui

Job Description

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.

Job Description

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

  • Time and a half after 45 hours of work each week
  • Full-time (40 hours) guaranteed, and overtime is available during the Summer season.
  • Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
  • Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
  • Great promotion and career development opportunities
  • $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
  • Free monthly benefits in association with Z Energy


Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

The Downer South division is highly respected and has a great track record for delivering a high standard of work across the country. We are looking for experienced Driver Operators to provide support within the Rangitīkei District out of our Marton & Taihape depots.

We are looking for:

  • Grader Operators
  • Wheeled Excavator Operators
  • Tracked Excavator Operators
  • Truck/Trailer drivers
  • General Plant and Machinery Operators
  • Please note that these roles will not start until July 2025.


Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You will be a physically fit and motivated person and will bring with you.

  • Class 2, 4, 5 or WTR license
  • Enjoy working outdoors and keeping physically fit
  • Be reliable and hard working
  • Show commitment to safe work practises
  • Assist with call-out work as required.
  • Have a positive 'can do' attitude


Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 719315.

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.

Desired Soft Skills

  • Reliability
  • Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork
  • Motivation
  • Commitment
  • Truck Operation
  • Manual Labour
  • Machinery Handling
  • Roading Knowledge

Benefits and Perks

  • 🤱
    Extended Parental Leave
  • 🔋
    Unlimited Annual Leave
  • 🧕
    Inclusive Workspace
  • 💯
    Employee Mentoring Program
  • 🩺
    Health Insurance
  • 🧠
    Mental Health Workshops
  • 💚
    Counselling Services
  • 💪
    Physical Health Workshops
  • 🌿
    Wellness Program
  • 📈
    Professional Development
  • 🎉
    Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🎖
    Long Service Rewards
  • 📣
    Referral Bonuses
  • ⏰
    Flexible Work
  • Wellbeing Support
  • Sick Leave
  • Bereavement Leave
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