Description
Summary:
Join Downer's Lower South team in a hands-on, high-impact role operating, maintaining, and transporting plant machinery to deliver world-class projects.
Highlights:
1. Be part of a crew delivering big projects to world-class standards
2. Opportunity for real career progression with training & development
3. Hands-on, high impact role where no two days are the same
Join Downer's Lower South team and be part of a crew that delivers big projects to world-class standards - every time.
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.
**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:
* FREE Marram healthcare + discounted holiday homes
* Real career progression with training & development
* Discounts for insurance, retail stores & gym memberships
* $500 referral bonus - bring your mates!
* Full PPE & Safety gear provided
**Te** **kōwhiringa** **| The Opportunity**
This isn't just a job - it's a hands-on, high impact role where no two days are the same. . Here's your chance to join the Lower South team where we take pride in taking on projects, big and small and delivering them to world-class standards.
You'll be responsible for operating, maintaining, and transporting plant machinery safely and efficiently, helping keep our projects moving and our standards high.
**Nga** **pūkenga** **matua** **| Important Skills**
* Class 5 NZ driver's licence
* WTR + Road Ranger experience
* Confidence in reversing and handling heavy vehicles
* Experience loading/unloading machinery
* A team-first attitude & strong work ethics
* Willingness to travel across the South Island (up to 2 weeks away)
* Ability to work long hours during peak seasons (up to 60-70 per week)
Civil construction experience? That's a bonus.
**Me** **pēhea** **ki te** **tono** **| How to apply**
*If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application!*
Note:** Pre-employment checks (references, medical, MOJ) apply. We're an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.