Driver / Operator

2 weeks ago


Dunedin, New Zealand Downer Group Full time

**Job no**: 593780

**Work type**: Full Time - Permanent

**Categories**: Maintenance, Construction

Downer has been designing, building and sustaining New Zealand’s infrastructure for over a century and is a leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand.

With over 10,000 employees in New Zealand, we work alongside some of New Zealand’s biggest businesses, councils and government agencies.

About the role

Our Road Maintenance crews are rapidly growing with plenty of exciting projects to work on. We have exciting opportunities for experienced and newbie Patrol Person’s to join the dedicated, and supportive Dunedin based crew where you will get to grow your skill set with a variety of work whilst also having a good time with the team.

You will enjoy spending your work days outdoors, work regular hours with the occasional call out, and you don't mind putting in the mahi. This role is the perfect entry point into the civil construction industry where we will provide you will all the training you need to grow a successful career with us.

As our Patrol Person, you will undertake small road maintenance and urgent repair work across the district to ensure the safety of the public. Day to day this will consist:
Pothole repairs

Sign maintenance and repairs

Clearing of vegetation and litter collection

Clearing obstructions from carriageway, footpaths, and drainage systems

Cleaning and maintaining culvert inlets and outlets as well as roadside furniture

You will be a part of a team that designs, builds, and maintains 25,000 kms worth of roads in Aotearoa. With over 150 years of projects and knowledge under our belts, our position is strong, and our vision is innovative and future focused (just like your career once you join us). We are building sustainable communities that you can be proud to say that you have been a part of producing.

**Benefits**:
Downer offers more than just the basics you'd expect from a large organisation. Our benefits are designed to develop the whole person, at home and at work - trust us when we say we’ve got you covered. Here’s just a brief insight into some of the many things we can offer you:
A competitive hourly remuneration package plus overtime rates

Enjoy flexible working, as we take work-life balance so seriously we include it in your contract

An employee recognition programme which celebrates and recognises our people

Career development opportunities & a dedicated personal development plan

All the tools of trade you need to perform successfully your role including clothing and merch

Comprehensive employee benefits package through our partners - you will receive a great range of corporate discounts and benefits across banking, insurance, retailers, technology, vehicles, automotive, healthcare, childcare, homeware, dental care, travel, accommodation, gym memberships and more

We also encourage our people to participate in community volunteering initiatives and pay for the time you spend helping to make our community better with Downer's volunteer leave

A Socially responsible, inclusive, and diverse culture, that includes a Zero Harm tolerance

You will love being a part of the Downer lifestyle, come and see for yourself why we are the crème de la crème of employers as we continue to build our future Literally.

About you

No experience, no problem, we will give you all the training you need. However, it is essential that you hold a current Class 2 Drivers License in addition to:
A can-do attitude responding appropriately to urgent and hazardous jobs

Able to work efficiently while unsupervised

show good initiative and confidence in decision making and problem solving

Available to respond to afterhours call outs when rostered

Confident communicating with the public and management

Show commitment to a Zero Harm environment

About us

At Downer, our purpose is to create and sustain the modern environment. From our roads to our rail, ports, and airports, our Transport Services business unit is responsible for keeping New Zealand moving.

We are big picture people, operating under a model that pushes beyond the here and now. We design, build, and sustain the projects we work on, whilst also developing innovative solutions to the world’s leading issues around sustainability, where we are recognised as global leaders.

We remain at the forefront of our industry by employing the best people and having the courage to challenge the status quo. Our people are experts in their fields, influencing and shaping our future.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to make a real difference by joining us as we continue to build a better tomorrow for generations to come.

How to bring your Difference to Downer

Downer NZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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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