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
Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki konei
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
- All the tools of trade you need to do your job
- Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers
- Get to know all avenues of Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure space in Hamilton and be in a great position for career progression
The Opportunity | Te kowhiringa
As the Yard Person for our Te Rapa, Hamilton depot, you’ll be responsible for depot maintenance, deliveries, and storage. Day-to-day tasks will include:
- Assisting in the management of specific small plant items and ensuring compliance with the depot management plan.
- Receive, accept, unload materials, and dispatch materials to projects (includes the handling and storage of dangerous and hazardous goods)
- General maintenance
- Ensure all plant and equipment are compliant, calibrated and that registers are kept up to date (Slings, chains, measuring wheels, etc.)
- Organising general maintenance e.g. management of waste bins, depot cleanliness, and clearance of interceptor pits, etc.
- Work with Depot Lead to keep depot compliant
- Ensuring all documentation is in order each step of the way.
You will also be responsible for the successful adherence to depot management and emergency plans, which include environmental maintenance of the truck wash-down point and stormwater interceptors. Within the office, you’ll be responsible for the coordination of repairs, maintenance, and receipting of deliveries.
Important Skills | Nga pukenga matua
You’ll take real pride in your work and the depot itself, making sure all of the above is in order. You’ll be self-motivated and have a strong work ethic. You will need:
- A Full Drivers license is essential
- Class 2, Class 4, WTR & Forklift Licence are useful but not required
- Building maintenance background
- Experience in managing small plant and equipment
- Good communication skills to liaise with people at all levels
- A good level of physical fitness as there is some heavy lifting involved
Our Organisation | Ko wai matou
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!
How to apply | Me pehea ki te tono
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 717121.
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.
