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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
• Fulltime (40 hours) guaranteed, and overtime is available during the summer season. Get paid even if work is delayed due to the weather
• Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role

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

Have a look at our other great benefits here

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

You will lead your crew to carry out drainage and civil activities on a day-to-day basis around Christchurch city and occasionally wider Canterbury.

You will be responsible for:

• Delivering to daily projects by motivating and directing your crew accordingly.
• Monitoring your work sites to ensure compliance and producing accurate reports and documentation.
• Ensuring efficient and safe use of materials, supplies and equipment.
• Effective communication and positive relationship management with clients, team members and the general public.
• Operating specialist tools & plant as required

This could also be a great role for some who is an experienced Drain Layer or Lead Hand that is looking to take that next step.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
You will be a team player with an organized and systematic approach to the working environment.

You will also have the following experience:

• Drainlayers Ticket
• Practical experience in the drainage or civil contracting industry
• Previous experience in drain laying/watermain, road and carpark construction or minor earthworks in the road corridor.
• Problem solving, managing unexpected events and strategic decision making
• Leading a team to meet deadlines and maintain safety standards
• Hold a Full NZ Class 1 and 2 licence with WTR endorsements

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Our Transport & Infrastructure business is a market leader, shaping and influencing the future of New Zealand's infrastructure.

Incorporating more than 2,500 employees, this business covers a diverse range of services including operations and maintenance of road, rail, port and airport infrastructure, material production and manufacturing, technical services, leading research and development facilities and a large asset base including fixed and mobile assets, with revenues exceeding $800m annually.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

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.

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