Class 4 Driver Operator - New Plymouth

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.

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 also offer:

* Full-time (40 hours) guaranteed, and overtime is available during the Summer season. Get paid even if work is delayed due to the weather!

* Long-term training and development opportunities

* $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer

Have a look at our other great benefits here!

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity 

We are looking for a Driver Operator to join our team based in New Plymouth. This exciting opportunity sits within the NPIP (New Plymouth Infrastructure Partnership) which is a collaborative venture between the New Plymouth District Council and Downer.

Your expertise will be utilised across various situations across diverse range of construction, renewal and maintenance projects. You will be working alongside our dedicated team to operate machinery including excavators, rollers, and trucks but will also from time to time need to use hand tools to get the job done.

If you are local to New Plymouth or perhaps looking for a change of pace, here's a great opportunity to settle new roots in the Taranaki with a reliable employer.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

With an eye for detail and a steady hand, you will be confident in operating heavy machinery and delivering quality results. You will also have:

* Minimum Class 4 License required

* Civil and Road Pavement Experience Preferred but not necessary

* A commitment to safe working practices

* The flexibility to work shift work as required

* Have a positive 'can-do' attitude

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!

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 a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team