Driver Operator, Whanganui
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Downer New Zealand

Driver Operator

  • Posted Today
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Whanganui

Job Description

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:

• Time and a half after 45 hours of work each week

• Full-time (40 hours) guaranteed, with overtime available during peak seasons

• Free access to Marram healthcare benefits and discounted holiday homes

• Discounts with Samsung, PB Tech, gym memberships and more

• Real career development and progression opportunities

• $500 employee referral bonus

• Free monthly benefits in association with Z Energy

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer is proud to be delivering key pavement and chip sealing projects across Whanganui, with our South division known for high-quality work nationwide.

We are looking for Class 4 and Class 5 Driver Operators to join our Pavements and Chip Sealing teams. Whether you’re experienced in truck & trailer (Class 5) or chip spreader/sealing operations (Class 4) , we have opportunities for you.

These roles are critical in supporting sealing and paving operations - from transporting materials and plant to operating specialist equipment on-site.

You’ll be part of a tight-knit crew working across a variety of construction, renewal, and maintenance projects, helping deliver safe, high-quality outcomes for our communities.

Ngā pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You will be a reliable, safety-focused operator who takes pride in your work. You’ll also bring:

• Full Class 4 or Class 5 licence (essential)

• Experience operating truck & trailer units and/or chip sealing machinery

• WTR endorsements (preferred but not essential)

• Strong awareness of health & safety practices in active work sites

• Good spatial awareness and confidence operating in tight environments

• A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider crew

• Reliability, strong work ethic, and pride in delivering quality work

• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors

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!

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 Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Chip sealing machinery operation
  • Class 4 licence
  • Class 5 licence
  • Health & safety practices
  • Truck & trailer operation

Desired Soft Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Reliability
  • Teamwork
  • Physical fitness
  • Positive attitude

Additional Compensation

  • Performance Bonus
  • Referral Bonus

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
  • 🏆 Performance Bonus
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
  • Wellbeing Support
  • Sick Leave
  • Bereavement Leave
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  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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