Driver Operator

2 days ago


Wanganui, New Zealand Downer Group Full time

Downer New Zealand is a leading provider of integrated services. Our commitment to building long-term relationships and supporting our customers with high calibre services and solutions, the talents of our people, and consistent excellence in operational delivery sets us apart.

Our Whanganui Alliance has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Class2 Truck Driver with several years’ experience to become part of their great team. Experience in drainage maintenance, drain cleaning or aspects of road maintenance including working with heavy machinery and manoeuvring of large vehicles in residential areas will also be valued.

**About the role**:
Based out of our Whanganui depot, responsibilities include driving and the operation of our jetting unit (culvert / pipe cleaning), undertaking programmed inspections, carrying out routine maintenance and some emergency drain cleaning. Good customer service skills will be an advantage together with the ability to work both as part of a team, as well as unsupervised. There will be some travel required, including the occasional nights away from home.
- Driving and operating the hydro jetting truck
- Investigating and unblocking faulty drainage infrastructure
- Water blasting and culvert cleaning
- Assisting with emergency response to achieve emergency works KPI’s
- Hazard assessment to ensure workplace safety

**About you**:
With the experience of operating of hydro-jetting units under your belt, you will be confident operating within a team and independently as required. You will be comfortable using machinery and hand tools to get the job done. You will also:

- Enjoy hands on active site based work
- A full driver's licence and class 2 HT licence
- Class 4 HT licence would be an advantage
- Previous pipe cleaning or jetting unit experience.
- Current confined space entry trained would be an advantage
- Strong focus on Health and Safety

**Why work for us**:
A role with Downer can advance your career and expand your skills. We offer you the opportunity to join our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of a great team working in a collaborative environment. We can also offer:

- Stable working environment and enjoy the work-life balance we have to offer
- Full-Time hours guaranteed - minimum of 40 hours per week
- Extensive training and development opportunities to help enhance your skills and advance your career
- Join our support crew and operate our well-maintained plant and equipment

**How to apply**:
Downer NZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture.

Our workplaces are drug and alcohol-free - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test and medical.


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