Thermoplastic Assistant

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 Road Marking division are proud to be leading a range of projects maintaining and enhancing road markings on roads, bridges, and pathways across New Zealand. We currently looking for a reliable and motivated Thermoplastic Roadmarking Assistant to help us deliver on assignments across the country.

**About the job**

You will support our thermoplastic road marking crew of category A or category B Type Operators who carry out long life marking and reflective pavement marking (RPM) installation. This is a full-time (guaranteed 40 hours per week), permanent opportunity, delivering to clients in various locations throughout the country. Your daily activities will include:

- Helping with installation or remarking of Type A and B markings in Thermoplastic
- Helping with installing or remarking of hand-laid Thermoplastic
- Physical fitness is required as manual handling is a core function in the role
- Operation of Thermoplastic pre-melter
- Maintaining traffic control, plating and other maintenance work as assigned.
- Ensuring efficient and safe use of materials, supplies and equipment.
- Ensuring work is completed to a high standard and all targets (productivity, quality and safety) are met
- Working with your team to execute the current and future workload
- Maintain positive relationships with customers, crews and the general public

The role requires both night and day shift work, so the ability and willingness to work on a roster is essential.

**About you**
You will be a team player who is motivated by achieving goals collectively. We’re seeking someone with the willingness to commit to on the job learning and training opportunities. You will also have:

- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Can recognise and prioritise allocation of resources
- Experience in or a keen interest in civil construction & roading
- Essential to have a Class 4 Drivers License or be able to obtain one.
- Have strong attention to detail with the ability to plan, listen and problem solve
- Have excellent verbal and written language skills and have the confidence to put forward ideas for productivity and quality improvements

**Perks of joining our team**:
A role with Downer New Zealand 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 as well as;
- The opportunity to become part of a leading company that has the strongest footprint in Infrastructure around New Zealand
- Job security and a rewarding remuneration package in a tight-knit, supportive and professional environment
- A real focus on a safe working environment including personal protective equipment being provided
- Access to a range of corporate discounts and benefits across retail, trade suppliers and many more

You will receive extensive discounts and perks across a huge number of sought-after multinational brands, think banking, gyms, insurance, retailers, technology, vehicles, automotive, healthcare, childcare, homeware, dental care, travel, accommodation, and plenty more

**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.