Cyclic Road-person

Downer; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and tools of trade

Marram health care benefits

Development programs

Job summary

Downer is seeking a reliable Cyclic Patrolperson to patrol designated roads in the Mokau and Taumarunui region. You will identify defects and perform routine and emergency maintenance to keep the network safe for public use.

You will respond to emergencies, complete daily reports, and liaise with residents and stakeholders. A Class 2 licence is essential, with Class 4 an advantage; after-hours roster applies.

Qualifications

• Take pride in doing a job properly and work safely.
• Organised, observant and able to decide when circumstances change.
• Ability to handle unexpected events with practical solutions.
• Current Class 2 driver licence is essential.
• Class 4 licence would be an advantage.
• Experience or qualifications in identifying and rating roading faults is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated roads according to schedule.
• Perform routine pavement repairs, including potholes.
• Clear vegetation and obstructions.
• Maintain rural drainage systems and sumps.
• Record and report safety defects and maintenance needs.
• Provide traffic management support for operations.
• Respond to urgent road emergencies and after-hours roster.

Skills

Adaptability

Independent work

Organisational skills

Class 2 licence

Class 4 licence (adv)

Roading fault knowledge

Job description

Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

• Rewarding remuneration including company vehicle and tools of trade
• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers

Have a look at our other great benefits here!

The Opportunity |Te kōwhiringa

We’re looking for a reliable and practical Cyclic Patrolperson to join our team across the Mokau and Taumarunui area. In this hands‑on role, you’ll patrol designated roads, identify network defects and complete routine and emergency maintenance to help ensure the network remains safe for public use.

No two days will be exactly the same. You’ll be trusted to assess situations, make practical decisions and respond to both planned maintenance requirements and unexpected events.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Patrolling designated roads in line with the agreed schedule
• Completing routine pavement repairs, including pothole repairs
• Clearing vegetation, minor slips, fallen trees and other obstructions
• Cleaning and maintaining rural drainage systems, including sumps, culvert inlets and outlets
• Identifying, recording and reporting safety defects and maintenance requirements
• Providing traffic management support for operational activities
• Responding to urgent customer requests and road emergencies
• Completing daily reports, vehicle checks and plant pre‑starts
• Liaising professionally with residents and other stakeholders
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and to the required standards

This position includes participation in an after-hours call‑out roster and requires the ability to respond promptly to emergency situations with the appropriate equipment.

Important Skills | Nga pūkenga matua

You’ll be someone who takes pride in doing a job properly and can be relied on to work safely and independently. You’ll be organised, observant and comfortable making practical decisions when circumstances change.

To be successful, you will bring:

• The ability to manage unexpected events and find practical solutions
• A systematic and organised approach to your work
• The confidence to work effectively with minimal supervision
• A current Class 2 driver licence , which is essential
• A Class 4 driver licence, or the willingness and ability to achieve one in the future, would be an advantage
• Experience or qualifications in identifying and rating roading faults would also be beneficial

Our Organisation | Ko wai mātou

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!

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.