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Operator Special

Trademe

Company

Job typeFull-time
Workplace typeOnsite
Experience levelNo experience limit
Education levelNo degree limit

Description

Summary: Join Downer as a Specialist Operator, primarily operating a Hitachi 360LC Excavator in a dynamic quarry role with opportunities for career growth. Highlights: 1. Dynamic quarry role with opportunities for career growth 2. Primarily operating a Hitachi 360LC Excavator 3. Opportunity to operate a range of heavy machinery Skilled excavator operator wanted! Take the controls of our Hitachi 360LC in a dynamic quarry role with great pay, overtime, and career growth at Downer! 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 access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes * Time and a half after 45 hours of work each week * Great promotion and career development opportunities * Full-time (40 hours) guaranteed, and overtime is available during the Summer season - get paid even if work is delayed due to the weather! * Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role * $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer Have a look at our other great benefits here! **Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity** Downer are proudly supporting a range of exciting projects across Gisborne. The Downer South division is highly respected and has a great track record for delivering a high standard of work across the country. We are looking for an experienced or up-and-coming **Specialist Operator** to join our Quarry team. This role will be primarily operating our **Hitachi 360LC Excavator**, carrying out key tasks such as drainage work, haul road maintenance, loading client trucks, and supporting general quarry operations as required. Working alongside our dedicated team, you will also have the opportunity to operate a range of machinery including Loaders, Bulldozers, and Articulated Dump Trucks. **Ngā pūkenga matua | Important Skills** You will be a physically fit and motivated person who brings: * **Good to advanced excavator operating skills (essential)** * Experience operating heavy machinery in a quarry environment * Experience on Loaders, Bulldozers and Articulated Dump Trucks (highly advantageous) * A can-do attitude and ability to solve day-to-day challenges * Ability to complete tasks involving manual labour when required * Enjoyment of working outdoors and staying physically active * Mechanical aptitude * Class 2 licence and WTR endorsement **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! The reference number for this role is **731390** 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.

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