Class 5 Driver & Heavy Equipment Operator

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Dunedin

On-site

NZD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Downer in Otago is seeking an experienced Class 5 Driver Operator to join our team in Dunedin. You'll be part of a tight-knit crew delivering essential road maintenance and renewal work across the region.

As a skilled operator you will safely drive and operate heavy equipment, including trucks with trailers, loaders, excavators, and rollers. A full Class 5 licence is essential, with WTR endorsements preferred; a strong commitment to health and safety and the ability to work outdoors are

Qualifications

Full Class 5 licence is essential.
Experience operating truck & trailer units within civil/roading environments.
WTR endorsements preferred but not essential.
Good spatial awareness and confidence manoeuvring in tight or active work sites.
Commitment to health & safety practices.
Physically fit and able to work outdoors.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy machinery including trucks with trailers, loaders, excavators and rollers to support road maintenance activities.
Work as part of a crew across multiple projects throughout the Otago region.
Adhere to safety policies and quality standards while delivering reliable outcomes.