TMO

Ready to make a difference? Join us as a Full Time TMO in Timaru and help keep our roads safe!

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 At Downer, we pride ourselves on our commitment to safety, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Joining our team means becoming part of a company that values its people and supports their growth and development. We offer:

• Competitive Pay + Penal Rates
• Career Growth: Opportunities across New Zealand and Australia!
• Comprehensive Training & Development: We'll support your professional growth every step of the way.
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits: We care about your physical and mental well-being.
• $500 Bonus for referring a friend to join the Downer team.
• Free Pie and Hot Drink every month at Z Station.

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer remains at the forefront of our industry by employing the best people and having the courage to challenge the status quo. Here's your chance to join the Timaru team where we take pride in taking on projects, big and small and delivering them to world-class standards - every time!

As a Downer Traffic Management Operative (TMO), you will assist with Temporary Traffic Management under the direction of a STMS. Ultimately you will work to ensure the safety of your crew and the public through clear and accurate direction of traffic. You will also:

• Help with sign and cone placement and pack down
• Assist with stop/go activity
• Driving duties

This TMO role is a full time-permanent position based in Timaru. The role will be rostered however this could involve occasional weekend, night work and days where you will be on call.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You will be a physically fit and motivated person and will bring with you:

• Class 1 full license but Class 2 preferred
• A valid TMO - P warrant
• Flexibility to work occasional weekend and night shift is desirable
• Show commitment to safe work practises

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! We do not accept applications via email however for more information, please contact Highvolumerecruitment@downer.co.nz

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.

The Downer Recruitment Team will be on a holiday break from 24 December 2025 and will return on 12 January 2026. During this period, we will not be contactable and responses to applications or enquiries will resume after we return. We look forward to connecting with you in the new year.