Plant Operator, Wellington
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Downer New Zealand

Plant Operator

  • Posted 1mo ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Wellington

Job Description

About Us


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.


About the Team


Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.


Job Description


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


At Downer, we don't just build and maintain infrastructure, we build careers. We're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive, develop their skills, and enjoy coming to work every day.


We offer:


  • Guaranteed full-time hours (minimum 40 hours per week), including wet weather days where alternative work is available.
  • Free access to Marram health and wellbeing benefits and discounted holiday homes across New Zealand.
  • Modern, well-maintained plant and all the tools you need to succeed.
  • Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
  • Access to leadership development programmes designed to support high performers.
  • A supportive team culture that values safety, teamwork, and excellence.
  • Opportunities to work on projects that help keep New Zealand moving.


The Opportunity | Te Kōwhiringa


We're always on the lookout for skilled and motivated Plant Operators to join our talent pool for future opportunities across the Wellington and Manawatū regions.


As a Plant Operator, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality civil construction and maintenance projects by operating excavators and other civil plant safely and efficiently. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for our customers and communities.


This is a full-time opportunity for future vacancies based in the Wellington and Manawatū regions.


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

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 735502


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.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Civil Construction
  • Class 2 Driving
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Excavator Operation
  • Wheels, Tracks, Rollers

Desired Soft Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Positive Attitude
  • Safety Conscious
  • Teamwork

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🤱 Extended Parental Leave
  • 🔋 Unlimited Annual Leave
  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • 💯 Employee Mentoring Program
  • 🩺 Health Insurance
  • 🧠 Mental Health Workshops
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 💪 Physical Health Workshops
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🎖 Long Service Rewards
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
  • Sick Leave
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Wellbeing Support
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  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work

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