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: 

Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes   Get paid even if work is delayed due to the weather!  Deals & Discounts from retailers such as Samsung, PB Tech, Z Station and more Great promotion and career development opportunities  $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer A free pie and hot drink each month from Z

 

The Opportunity | Te kōwhiringa

Joining our Transport and Infrastructure business, as a Driver Operator, you’ll support our North Canterbury NOC maintenance crews in the delivery of ongoing assignments across the Hurunui region.

You will assist with a diverse range of maintenance activities, including digouts, stabilisation, routine works and winter services in the Hurunui region. Working alongside our dedicated team you may operate machinery including excavators, rollers, and trucks but will also from time to time need to use hand tools to get the job done.   

This is a full-time, permanent role working across Monday – Friday with occasional weekend work.

 

Important Skills | Nga pūkenga matua 

You will have experience operating civil machinery including rollers and diggers. We would also really value: 

Full Class 2 Drivers License Required (Class 4 or 5 would be highly regarded) Must have W,T,R Endorsements  A great work ethic with a strong focus on Safety and Quality  Strong planning skills and the ability to deal with unexpected events and problem solve Great communication skills with the confidence to speak up Be flexible to pick up occasional weekend work and on-call shifts A high level of physical fitness with the ability to carry out manual tasks Enjoy working outdoors alongside a team Have a positive “can do” attitude

 

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply  
Don’t delay! Seize the opportunity to secure your future with Downer, APPLY NOW below! 

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.