Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Driver Operator
Operate machinery, transport loads, and support construction projects across Hastings.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Key responsibilities include transporting, loading and unloading machinery to and from sites and ensuring the efficient use of materials, supplies and equipment. Candidates must be physically fit, reliable, hardworking and committed to safe work practices. • Operate excavators, rollers, graders, trucks and use hand tools on construction, renewal and maintenance projects in Hastings. • Transport, load and unload machinery to and from sites. • Ensure efficient use of materials, supplies and equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸excavator
- ▸roller
- ▸grader
- ▸truck
- ▸material management
- ▸machinery transport
What You Bring
The South division of Downer has a strong reputation for high‑standard work across New Zealand and is currently seeking an experienced or up‑and‑coming Driver Operator for projects around Hastings. The role involves assisting with construction, renewal and maintenance projects, operating machinery such as excavators, rollers, graders and trucks, and occasionally using hand tools to complete tasks. Applicants need a Class 2 licence with WTR endorsements; Class 4 or 5 licences are considered beneficial. The company encourages internal promotion and offers training and development opportunities to support career growth. • Hold a Class 2 licence with WTR endorsements (Class 4/5 desirable). • Physically fit, reliable, hardworking and committed to safe work practices.
Requirements
- ▸class 2
- ▸wtr endorsement
- ▸class 4
- ▸physically fit
- ▸safe work
- ▸equipment ops
Benefits
Downer is dedicated to delivering excellence by providing an environment and the tools its people need to succeed. The company offers a guaranteed full‑time 40‑hour week with overtime opportunities during the summer season, and pays time‑and‑a‑half after 45 hours a week. Employees also receive health care benefits, discounted holiday homes, safety equipment, and various discounts and bonuses. • Full-time 40‑hour week with overtime available in summer; time‑and‑a‑half after 45 hours/week. • Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes. • Safety equipment and clothing provided. • 500 AUD referral bonus for current employees. • Internal promotion encouraged; training and development offered. • Discounts on Samsung, PB Tech, gym memberships and more; monthly Z Energy benefits.
Work Environment
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