Job Description

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Operator/Driver to join our Maintenance team based in Timaru. This hands-on role involves driving trucks & operating plant, carrying out routine and reactive road maintenance tasks, to maintain safe, efficient and resilient transport networks for local communities. The successful candidate will work closely with foreman, contractors, traffic management personnel and other team members to deliver high-quality outcomes while following health, safety and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain company trucks, vehicles and road maintenance plant (e.g. chip spreaders, pothole patching units, rollers, tip trucks and other vehicles) safely and efficiently in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and company procedures.

• Carry out maintenance tasks such as pothole repairs, shoulder reinstatement, signage installation, drainage clearing and vegetation control to maintain safe road corridors.

• Load, transport and unload materials, aggregate and equipment between depots and worksites; ensure loads are secured and vehicle checks are completed prior to departure.

• Work collaboratively with crew members, contractors and stakeholders to deliver projects to agreed standards, timeframes and contractual requirements.

• Adhere to all health, safety and environmental policies; participate in toolbox talks, site inductions and training activities to promote a positive safety culture.

Skills & Experience – What You’ll Bring

• Current and valid New Zealand driver licence (Class 4 minimum); WTR endorsement or higher class (Class 5) desirable.

• Proven experience operating plant and driving in a road maintenance or civil construction environment is preferred.

• Be available for rostered on-call duties for network incidents or emergency events – including early starts, late finishes, weekend and nights.

• Ability to follow traffic management plans and work safely within live traffic environments.

• Strong practical skills, reliability, and a solution-focused attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Good communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused outcomes for local communities.

What We Offer – Benefits & Career Development

• Permanent employment: Join a regionally focused team with opportunities for long-term career development.

• Competitive pay: Remuneration commensurate with experience.

• Training & development: On-the-job training, plant operator upskilling and support to gain further licences or certifications.

• Supportive workplace: Work within an inclusive team that values safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement.

• Meaningful work: Play a key role in maintaining and improving local transport networks that support Timaru and surrounding communities.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV outlining relevant plant operating, driving or road maintenance experience and why you are suited to this role. For a confidential discussion, contact Sara Swailes on 027 439 8724, or click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application.

Other Details

• Eligibility: Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

• Pre-employment checks: The successful candidate will be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening, and relevant reference checks.

• Recruitment agencies: Unsolicited applications will not be considered for this vacancy.

Join Our Team – Apply Today

If you are reliable, safety minded and ready to contribute practical skills to a dedicated road maintenance team, we would love to hear from you. Bring your positive attitude and commitment to quality to a company focused on excellence in regional road maintenance.