Driver Operator
4 days ago
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
- Health care and Wellbeing benefits
- Deals & Discounts from local and national retailers
- Whanau Scholarships
- Development programmes and ongoing career opportunities across NZ & Australia
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Our Civil Construction team are in full swing as our peak season is upon us. We expect continuous growth across the Taranaki region and are seeking Class 5 Truck & Trailer Driver to join our work whanau, deliver to project plans and get home safely at the end of each day.
Working within the New Plymouth based construction team, you will be responsible for the in-transit load security of plant and machinery and operating the tipper trucks and trailors. You will also be a team player and help with general activities when transporter work is on pause.
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
With experience operating machinery in the civil construction space you will be able to ensure proper care, maintenance and operation of plant and equipment. You will also bring with you:
- A class 5 Full New Zealand driver's license
- Tipper truck and gravelling experience (ideal)
- Wheels, Tracks & Rollers (WTR) endorsements beneficial but can be provided for the right person
- Experience transporting, loading and unloading machinery
- Ability to work hands-on and unsupervised as well as within a team
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application
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.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
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