Driver Operator Job in Downer, New Zealand

Job Description

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.

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
• Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
• Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
• A free pie and hot drink each month at Z
• Have a look at our other great benefits here!

The Opportunity

Downer are proudly supporting a range of exciting projects across Hastings. 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 an experienced or up-and-coming Driver Operator. You will assist with a diverse range of construction, renewal, and maintenance projects across the Hastings region. Working alongside our dedicated team you may operate machinery including excavators, rollers, graders, and trucks but will also use hand tools from time to time to get the job done.

• You will transport, load and unload machinery to and from sites
• Ensuring efficient use of materials, supplies and equipment

Important Skills

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

• Must have a Class 2 License and WTR, Class 4 and 5 would be beneficial
• Digger Operator experience would be highly desirable
• Enjoy working outdoors and keeping physically fit
• Be reliable and hard working
• Show commitment to safe work practises