Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Downer's Sealing department is highly respected and has a great track record for delivering a high standard of work across New Zealand. With the season kicking off in September, we are looking for dedicated Chip Runners and Class 2-5 Driver Operators to join our Penrose based team.
All positions are Full-Time, Permanent opportunities, with 40 hours guaranteed each week. Our crew roles are aligned to the Greater Auckland Regions AWUNZ union agreement where overtime, allowances and other penal rates are on offer.
Vacancies
Operate rollers and/or brooms during sealing operations
Complete daily plant checks and basic maintenance
Support the crew to deliver safe and efficient road sealing projects
Class 2 Full License + WTR required at Minimum with civil and/or chip-sealing experience ideal
Drive and tow a 6-wheeler trailer
Operate both automatic and Road Ranger transmission vehicles
Transport plant, equipment, and materials to and from worksites
Support the sealing crew as required to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently
Class 5 Full License + WTR required at minimum with civil and/or chip-sealing experience ideal
General laboring activities
Acting as a spotter for our Chip spreading truck
Adjusting the application and manually spreading chip seal
Following health and safety standards and procedures
Class 1 Full license required at minimum with civil experience ideal
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
We're looking for experienced team members and motivated people eager to grow with Downer. You'll ideally bring:
Relevant licenses
Positive, can-do attitude
A focus on collaborative teamwork and project delivery
Full commitment to a Zero-harm work environment
The flexibility to undertake the occasional weekend and night shift
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here
Rewarding pay
Health care and Wellbeing benefits
Deals & Discounts from local and national retailers
Development programmes and ongoing career opportunities across NZ & Australia
$500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site https://people.downergroup.co.nz/join-our-transport-team/
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application!
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.
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