Driver/grader Operator

1 month ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Downer Group Full time

**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
- Time and a half after 45 hours of work each week
- Full-time (40 hours) guaranteed, and overtime is available during the Summer season. Get paid even if work is delayed due to the weather
- $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
- Hourly pay rate of $23 - $30

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

With an eye for detail and a steady hand you will be confident in operating a Grader Machine across a range of situations including high shoulder removal, unsealed road maintenance, pavement construction, and final trim grading. You’ll also:

- Operate controls to excavate, break, drill, level, compact, gouge out, move, load and spread earther, rock, rubble, soil and other materials
- Prepare and position plant for operation
- Work from drawings, markers and verbal instructions
- Service, lubricate, clean and refuel plant and preform minor adjustments and repairs

**Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills**

With experience operating Graders within the civil construction industry, you’ll also be a team player and confident operating independently as required. You’ll also have:

- A Class 2 Driver Licence with Wheels, Tracks and Rollers (WTR) endorsements
- Have practical work experience in road construction and civil
- A passion for working outdoors and keeping physically fit
- Show commitment to safe work practices

**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**

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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