Downer

Driver Operator

Downer  •  New Zealand (Onsite)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

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

  • Hourly rate of$30 - $36
  • Guaranteed 40 hours a week, permanent full time role
  • Health care and Wellbeing benefits
  • Development programmes and ongoing career opportunities

The Opportunity | Te Kōwhiring

As a Driver Operator for one of the largest infrastructure business' in New Zealand, you will be involved in exciting projects requiring you to pick up civil work, the operation of heavy machinery and preparation of sites. Our team who work across the Bay of Plenty / Waikato are looking for a motivated Driver Operator to join the team.

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Matu

To be successful within this role we are looking for someone who has experience operating civil machinery, along with the below:

  • Full Class 5 License at minimum

    You must have either:

  • A qualification at level 4 or higher on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF) (Work experience can replace qualification), OR
  • At least 3 years or more of relevant work experience.

Work experience can include:

  • Proven ability and competence in the proper care, maintenance and operation of appropriate plant and equipment

  • Numerical skills and legible handwriting

  • Be able to operate in a Surfacing team, in reverse, hoist raised for extended periods

  • Loading asphalt material from supply to site, reversing frequently into asphalt paver

  • Previous work in the Surfacing environment on State highways & local contracts

If you are physically fit and enjoy spending your days outside and, on the road, this could be the perfect position for you.

How to apply | Me pēhea ki te tono

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.

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

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Downer

About Downer

Enabling communities to thrive.

It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. Solving problems. Making the extraordinary run smoothly every day. We’re keeping the lights on and the water flowing. Running the hospitals that take care of us. Delivering the transport that takes us from A to B. Maintaining communication networks that keep people connected. Helping our Government and Defence customers keep them protected. Delivering train fleets. Building bridges, roads and streets. Now we’re building momentum too. Moving forward even faster.

Across Australia and New Zealand, we’re transforming the way we work. Unlocking our potential to lead by example. Using our passion and expertise to deliver complex projects and turn fresh ideas into solutions that make society a better place. Creating opportunities for our people, growth and value for our shareholders, and world-class solutions for our customers. Imagining. Innovating. Engineering. Enabling.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
North Ryde, AU
Year Founded
1933
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