General Hand

2 days ago

Wanganui, New Zealand Downer Group Full time

The Downer Whanganui Transport Services division is proud to support our clients in delivering a range of projects to transform our streets by maintaining and extending roads and shared pathways throughout the city’s network. We need a Concrete Worker to help us deliver our existing and upcoming contracts.

**About the job**:
You will carry out concrete construction and repairs within the maintenance and civils department daily as part of a dedicated crew. You will be responsible for the following:

- Helping with safe site setup for your crew and the general public
- Assisting with installation of framework and prep work before the concrete pour
- Pouring and finishing concrete placement, stripping and reinstatement
- Working as part of a cohesive team to deliver projects
- Optimising the use of company resources and contributing to the successful completion of contracts
- Ensuring efficient use of materials, supplies and equipment

This is primarily a Monday - Friday role, but the job occasionally involves weekend work and staying away to meet our project requirements.

**About you**:
Experience in the civil contracting industry and a great eye for finishing concrete will serve you well in this role. You will hold your work to high standards and be familiar with concrete and formwork, as well as working with exposed concrete. You will be a team player with an organised, systematic and good-humoured approach. We’d value your confidence to communicate well with your crew and add value to your field expertise. Flexibility about your availability and work location is also beneficial.

**Benefits**:
This is a stable position with a reliable employer who will support you in developing your skills and your career. We can also offer you the following:

- Coverage under the AWUNZ Lower North Island Collective Agreement gives you access to overtime rates and allowances.
- A Full time, permanent contract (40 hours per week guaranteed)
- A competitive pay rate with uniform and all PPE gear supplied
- Access to corporate discounts and benefits, including subsidised insurance, gym memberships, retail discounts and free counselling services.
- A supportive team environment where you’re trusted and given the tools to deliver and excel in your chosen field.

**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 & medical.

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