Driver/Operator

We are looking for an experienced Driver Operator to join our Queenstown Maintenance team! 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 offer:

• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
• Discounts for insurance, retail stores, gym memberships and more!
• $500 (Gross) bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
• Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role

Have a look at our other great benefits here!

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 Queenstown team where we take pride in taking on projects, big and small and delivering them to world-class standards - every time!

You will be responsible for ensuring all plant machinery is presented, serviced, maintained and operated in a professional, safe and efficient manner that complies with all relevant legislation, regulation and policy and achieves agreed productivity and quality targets.

This role supports our Queenstown team on maintenance initiatives and urgent repair work across the network. You will be working on a unique and stunning alpine network in the areas of Queenstown and Wanaka, conducting routine, winter and emergency maintenance to ensure the upkeep of infrastructure, providing safety to the public.

Based in Queenstown, this is a permanent, full-time position, primarily working Monday - Friday however flexibility to pick up occasional weekend work, rostered winter maintenance work, and on-call shifts may be required.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

Along with a positive attitude and your commitment to safe worksite practises, you will have a proven ability to ensure proper care, maintenance and operation of appropriate plant and equipment. You will also have:

• Class 1 -2 Full New Zealand driver's licence
• Wheels, Tracks & Rollers (WTR)
• Experience in transporting, loading and unloading machinery
• Ability to work hands-on and unsupervised as well as within a team
• Experience operating in the civil construction industry (desirable)
• Solid attitude to get stuck into any task at hand.
• The flexibility to work late nights and weekends is also required.

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! The reference number for this role is 728009. 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.