Downer Group

Excavator Operator - Nelson/Tasman

Downer Group

No NZ register recordPosted 4 weeks ago

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:

Health care and wellbeing benefits

Deals and discounts from local and national retailers

Whānau scholarships

Development programmes and ongoing career opportunities across New Zealand and Australia

$500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer

### Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

As an Excavator Operator based out of our Tasman depot, you'll be a valued member of our crew delivering a variety of civil construction works across the region. This is a hands-on role where you'll operate machinery safely and efficiently while supporting the team to deliver quality outcomes for our customers and communities.

Your work will include drainage installation, footpath and kerb preparation, excavation, backfilling and general civil construction activities. Experience with auguring and rock placement is highly regarded. You'll also be willing to get stuck in and assist with ground-based tasks when required to help out team mates, making you a true all-round operator.

### Ngā pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You will have proven experience operating excavators within the civil construction industry and be confident working across a range of civil projects. You will also:

Have experience delivering drainage works, track building, footpath preparation and roading works include kerb construction activities.

Have experience with auguring and rock placement (preferred)

Hold a Full Class 2 & 4 driver's licence with W, T and R endorsements (beneficial)

Be a reliable team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Be willing to assist with labouring and general site duties when required

Have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing site conditions

Be physically fit and capable of carrying out manual tasks

* Be committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment

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.

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.

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