Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Driver Operator
Operate trucks and heavy equipment on construction projects in Wellington
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Provided safety equipment and work clothing • Operate excavators, rollers, graders, and trucks on construction sites • Perform manual tasks such as loading, unloading, and ground‑crew support
Key Responsibilities
- ▸excavator ops
- ▸roller ops
- ▸grader ops
- ▸truck ops
- ▸safety gear
- ▸manual loading
What You Bring
The Downer South division, known for high‑quality project delivery nationwide, is seeking an experienced or emerging Driver Operator for diverse construction, renewal, and maintenance projects in the Wellington region. The role involves operating excavators, rollers, graders, and trucks, as well as occasional hand‑tool work, alongside a dedicated team. Candidates must hold a Class 4 licence (WTR preferred), possess experience in truck reversing, tipping and positioning, and have strong knowledge of road‑safety inspections. Physical fitness, reliability, and flexibility in working hours are essential, as the job includes manual loading, unloading, and ground‑crew support. • Must hold a Class 4 licence (WTR preferred) • Skilled in reversing, tipping, and positioning trucks • Knowledge of road‑safety protocols and pre/post‑trip inspections • Reliable, hard‑working, physically fit, and flexible with hours
Requirements
- ▸class 4
- ▸truck reversing
- ▸road safety
- ▸physically fit
- ▸excavator
- ▸reliability
Benefits
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by providing an environment and resources for success. The company supports its employees with comprehensive health benefits, career development, and a safe workplace. Downer offers full‑time guaranteed hours, overtime during summer, and pays double time after 45 hours per week, with compensation even if weather delays work. Safety equipment and clothing are provided, and a referral bonus is available. Applicants must complete a pre‑employment drug test, medical examination, and Ministry of Justice check; support is offered if needed. • Free Marram health care access and discounted holiday homes • Time‑and‑a‑half pay after 45 hours per week • Career promotion and development opportunities • Guaranteed 40 hour full‑time schedule with summer overtime and weather‑delay pay • $500 employee referral bonus
Work Environment
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