Road Marking Assistant

Entry-level road marking role in Wellington with full training, great team culture and career progression in civil construction!

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 build the roads that connect communities across Aotearoa. As an apprentice in our Road Marking team, you'll learn a skilled trade while working as part of a supportive, experienced crew.

We offer:

• Full-time, stable 40-hour weeks + overtime opportunities
• Full training and hands-on learning while you earn
• Career pathway into skilled road marking and civil roles
• All PPE and safety gear provided
• Marram healthcare benefits + discounted holiday homes
• Retail, tech and lifestyle discounts (Samsung, PB Tech, gyms and more)
• $500 employee referral bonus
• Monthly fuel and savings benefits with Z Energy

Te Kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Join our Wellington Road Marking team as an Assistant and start building a long-term career in the roading industry.

In this role, you'll learn how to carry out road marking installation and maintenance work across highways, arterial roads and local streets while being trained by experienced operators.

You'll be involved in:

• Supporting the crew with day-to-day road marking work
• Setting up safe work sites and traffic management zones
• Learning how to operate road marking equipment and vehicles
• Working outdoors across different sites and environments
• Occasional night and weekend work during busy periods

This is a great opportunity for someone who is keen to learn a trade, enjoys physical outdoor work, and wants a clear career pathway in civil construction.

Ngā pūkenga matua | Important Skills

• Full Class 1 NZ driver's licence (or working towards it)
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong work ethic
• Comfortable with physical outdoor work
• Able to work well in a team environment
• Flexibility to work shifts, including nights and weekends when 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 731230.

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.