About the role
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | 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:
- Time and a half after 45 hours of work each week
- Full-time (40 hours) guaranteed, with overtime available during the Summer season
- Free access to Marram healthcare benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Discounts with Samsung, PB Tech, gym memberships and more
- Real career development and progression opportunities
- $500 employee referral bonus
- Free monthly benefits in association with Z Energy
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Class 5 Driver Operator to join our team in Otago. You’ll be part of a tight-knit crew, working across a variety of construction, renewal, and maintenance projects throughout the region.
As a skilled operator, you will safely operate, navigate, and care for heavy machinery. Your day-to-day will include operation of machinery including loaders, excavators, and rollers to support road maintenance activities works.
This is a fantastic full time, permanent opportunity for a self-starter who truly embraces training and development. On offer is a supportive team environment and excellent prospects for career growth within the successful Downer team.
Ngā pūkenga matua | Important Skills
You will be a reliable, safety-focused operator who takes pride in your work. You’ll also bring:
- Full Class 5 licence (essential)
- Proven experience operating truck & trailer units, ideally within civil/roading environments
- WTR endorsements (preferred but not essential)
- Good spatial awareness and confidence manoeuvring in tight or active work sites
- A strong commitment to health & safety practices
- A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider crew
- Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
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 Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.
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