Plant Operator

1 day ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand DOWNER NZ Full time

We are looking for a Plant Operator to join our team

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

  • Guaranteed Full-Time hours - minimum 40 per week including wet weather days if alternative work cannot be found
  • Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
  • All the tools of trade you need to do your job
  • Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader's programme for top performers

The Opportunity |Tekōwhiringa

You will be responsible for operating Excavators and General Civil plant safely in order to achieve high quality infrastructure on the roads. Along with accurate, safe and timely operation of a range of plant machinery, you will ensure that equipment is presented, serviced, maintained and operated in a professional, safe and efficient manner.

  • Accurate documentation including log books, incident sheets etc. when required
  • Motivating the crew to provide the best service to clients and the public
  • Following and encouraging a Zero Harm environment
  • Assisting crew with hands on tasks when plant activity is on pause

Important Skills | Nga pūkenga matua

Along with a positive attitude and a commitment to safe workplace practises, we are looking for you to have:

  • Class 2+ Drivers Licence with Wheels, Tracks & Rollers
  • Road maintenance and/or Civil Construction experience
  • Proven ability and competence in the proper care, maintenance and operation of appropriate plant and equipment
  • Ability and willingness to work safely and be responsible for the safe operation of sites
  • Great communication skills both written and verbal

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

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application The reference number for this role is

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.

The Downer Recruitment Team will be on a holiday break from 24 December 2025 and will return on 12 January 2026. During this period, we will not be contactable and responses to applications or enquiries will resume after we return. We look forward to connecting with you in the new year.

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