Downer

Driver Operator - Civil

Downer  •  Wellington, NZ (Onsite)  •  24 hours ago
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Job Description

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

At Downer, we don't just build and maintain New Zealand's infrastructure - we invest in the people who make it happen. When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

  • Free Marram healthcare benefits & discounted holiday homes
  • Time and a half paid after 45 hours each week
  • Guaranteed 40 hour work week with additional overtime opportunities
  • Fully provided PPE & work clothing
  • Career progression and development opportunities across Downer access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
  • $500 referral bonus for employees who introduce successful candidates

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer Wellington is growing, and we're looking for motivated Driver Operators to join our high-performing team.

Whether you're an experienced Class 4/5 Driver Operator or a capable Class 2 operator looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

You'll play a key role supporting a variety of maintenance, renewal, and construction projects across the Wellington region. No two days are the same - one day you could be operating machinery and transporting materials, and the next you could be supporting crews on-site to help keep projects moving.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, teamwork, and being outdoors.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

  • Class 2 or Class 4/5 Licence
  • WTR endorsements desirable
  • 3+ years of relevant work experience operating asphalt pavers / rollers / skidsteers in road construction or surfacing.
  • Confidence reversing, tipping and positioning vehicles on site
  • Strong focus on safety and vehicle inspections
  • Reliable, hardworking and physically fit
  • Willingness to get out of the cab and support the team when needed

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If you're looking for stable work, great earning potential and the chance to build a long-term career with one of New Zealand's leading infrastructure companies, apply now!

Reference : 734819

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.


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.

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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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