Description
Summary:
The Driver Operator (Surfacing) ensures plant operation, maintenance, and service comply with legislation and achieve productivity and quality targets.
Highlights:
1. Operate and maintain civil machinery in a professional and safe manner.
2. Work outdoors and on the road in a physically fit role.
3. Contribute to a diverse and inclusive employer environment.
The Driver Operator (Surfacing) is responsible for ensuring all plant is presented, serviced, maintained and operated in a professional, safe and efficient manner that complies with all relevant legislation, regulation and policy and achieves agreed productivity and quality targets.
**Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei**
* Hourly rate between $30 - $36.
* Full time permanent position, with at least 40 hours paid per week guaranteed.
* Based in the Bay of Plenty, with extensive travel across Waikato as well.
* Health care and Wellbeing benefits
* Development programmes and ongoing career opportunities across NZ & Australia
**Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Matu**
To be successful within this role we are looking for someone who has experience operating civil machinery, along with the below:
* Full Class 5 License at minimum
You must have either:
* A qualification at level 4 or higher on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF) (Work experience can replace qualification), OR
* At least 3 years or more of relevant work experience.
**Work experience can include:**
* Proven ability and competence in the proper care, maintenance and operation of appropriate plant and equipment
* Numerical skills and legible handwriting
* Be able to operate in a Surfacing team, in reverse, hoist raised for extended periods
* Loading asphalt material from supply to site, reversing frequently into asphalt paver
* Previous work in the Surfacing environment on State highways & local contracts
If you are physically fit and enjoy spending your days outside and, on the road, this could be the perfect position for you.
**How to apply | Me pēhea ki te tono**
*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**
Application details
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