Drainlayer - Min 5 Years Experience Required

2 days ago


Wanganui, New Zealand Downer Group Full time

Downer is an industry leader in water. We provide water services to a quarter of New Zealanders. We support our customers across the full asset lifecycle from the conceptual development of a project through design, construction, commissioning and whole-of-life support and optimisation.

Our New Plymouth Depot is proud to work with the community and the councils to renew, replace and upgrade the region's three waters assets. Our construction team undertakes capital works and supports the delivery of the City Council Water Operations and Maintenance contracts.

**The Role**:
This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a high-performing team carrying out new build, renewal and maintenance work across water, wastewater and stormwater projects. You will be responsible for the daily running of a small crew or crews, ensuring that the required safety and quality outcomes are met. As a leader within the team, you will be able to transition from planning activities in the office to hands-on delivery in the field.

**About You**:
Essential to have the following:

- Driver’s license Class 1 Full, with the ability to drive a manual gearbox
- Three Waters experience
- Experience in drain laying tasks and activities
- Supervision of drainage projects
- Certified Drain Layer qualification
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to work safely and be responsible for the safe operation of sites
- Demonstrated knowledge of environmental protection principles
- Excellent communication skills, including a willingness to participate in business improvement and training
- Team leadership and motivation skills to lead a small team
- Have a strong customer and commercial awareness on-site

Additional items that would be advantageous:

- Driver’s License Class 2 and W, T, R endorsements are advantageous.

**We Offer**:
A role with the Downer Water team 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 provide comprehensive training to meet the stringent criteria of our industry, a competitive remuneration package reflective of your skills and experience, and all the tools of the trade you need to do your job.

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 must undertake a Pre-Employment drug test and medical.

**Downer is having an Open Day at the New Plymouth Depot - Saturday 1st April**

**Come along and meet our recruitment team to discover all the different opportunities we offer And while you're here, don't forget to grab a coffee, bite to eat and let the kids have some fun in our bouncy castle**

**Have a go on our state-of-the-art simulator device, which lets you experience the thrill of operating our heavy machinery.**

**You'll also be able to witness the best of the best compete in our provincial digger competition. Cheer on our teams as they battle it out to be crowned the best excavator operator.**

**10am - 2pm. 106 Rifle Range Road. See you there


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