Driver/operator - Taupo

2 days ago


Taupo, New Zealand Downer Group Full time

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Full-time (40 hours) guaranteed, and overtime is available during the Summer season. Get paid even if work is delayed due to the weather
- $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
- Great promotion and career development opportunities

Have a look at our other great benefits here

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Downer remains at the forefront of our industry by employing the best people and having the courage to challenge the status quo. Here’s your chance to join the Central Plateau team where we take pride in taking on projects, big and small and delivering them to world-class standards - every time

You will assist with a diverse range of construction, renewal, and maintenance projects across the Waikato & Bay of Plenty regions. Based out of our Taupo depot, you’ll work alongside our dedicated team operating machinery including mid-mount graders, excavators, rollers, and trucks but will also use hand tools from time to time to get the job done.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
With some solid experience in operating heavy machinery under your belt, you will be confident operating within a team and independently. You will be comfortable using both machinery and hand tools to get the job done. You’ll also have:

- Full Class 2 driver licence (essential)
- WTR endorsements (beneficial but not essential, we can help with this)
- Full Class 4 / 5 driver licence (favourable)
- Flexibility to work weekends and night shift as required
- The ability to travel and stay away from home as required
- A keen interest in working outdoors and keeping physically fit
- A strong work ethic and be a reliable team member

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.


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