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:

Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes 
Get paid even if work is delayed due to the weather!
Deals & Discounts from retailers such as Samsung, PB Tech, Z Station and more
Great promotion and career development opportunities
$500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
A free pie and hot drink each month from Z

The Opportunity | Te kōwhiringa

Joining our Transport and Infrastructure business, as a Driver Operator, you’ll support our Hamilton Foam Bitumen Stabilizing Team in the delivery of ongoing assignments across New Zealand

Working alongside our dedicated team you may operate machinery including excavators, rollers, and trucks but will also from time to time need to use hand tools to get the job done.

This is a full-time, permanent role working across Monday – Friday with occasional weekend work.

Important Skills | Nga pūkenga matua

You will have experience operating civil machinery including rollers and diggers. We would also really value:

Full Class 5 Drivers License Required
Dangerous Goods endorsement required
W,T,R Endorsements would be an advantage
A great work ethic with a strong focus on Safety and Quality
Strong planning skills and the ability to deal with unexpected events and problem solve
Great communication skills with the confidence to speak up
Be flexible to pick up occasional weekend work and on-call shifts
A high level of physical fitness with the ability to carry out manual tasks
Enjoy working outdoors alongside a team
Have a positive “can do” attitude

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply 

Don’t delay! Seize the opportunity to secure your future with Downer, APPLY NOW below!

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.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

Driver Operator

Downer New Zealand

Driver Operator

Downer New Zealand

Hamilton

Downer New Zealand

Driver Operator

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