Driver Operator

JobSpace; Taumarunui; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hours per week

Training & progression

Healthcare discounts

Safety and inclusion

Employee benefits

Job summary

Downer is seeking a Driver Operator in Taumarunui to support road construction and maintenance teams. You will operate Class 5 vehicles and plant equipment, ensuring safe, efficient operations and accurate inspections and documentation.

The role emphasizes a strong safety culture, independent work, and collaboration with crew members, with a guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week and opportunities for training and career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to safely operate heavy vehicles and plant equipment.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, environmental, and Zero Harm practices.
• Good record-keeping and reporting skills, including experience using Actuate or similar systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to assist across a variety of operational tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class 5 vehicles and plant equipment to support road construction and maintenance crews.
• Assist with delivery of maintenance and operational activities across the network.
• Ensure plant and equipment are operated, maintained and presented safely and efficiently.
• Complete inspections and documentation and promote a culture of safety.

Skills

Heavy vehicle ops

HSE focus

Record-keeping

Team player

Communication

Tools

Actuate

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

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.

Job Description

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Transport and Infrastructure business as a Driver Operator based in Taumarunui.

In this role, you will support our Road Construction and Maintenance crews by operating Class 5 vehicles and plant equipment while assisting with the delivery of maintenance and operational activities across the network. You will be responsible for ensuring plant and equipment are operated, maintained, and presented in a safe, professional, and efficient manner, while contributing to high-quality outcomes for our customers and communities.

This is a hands-on role where you'll work alongside the crew, supporting day-to-day operations, completing inspections and documentation, and promoting a strong culture of safety and environmental responsibility.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven ability to safely operate heavy vehicles and plant equipment
• Strong commitment to health, safety, environmental, and Zero Harm practices
• Good record-keeping and reporting skills, including experience using Actuate or similar systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and willingness to assist across a variety of operational tasks

Highly desirable:

• Civil construction, road maintenance, or transport industry experience

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 you the opportunity to join a supportive team culture and be part of delivering essential infrastructure services to local communities.

We also offer:

• Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week, permanent opportunity
• Access to training, development and career progression opportunities
• Discounts for healthcare, retail, and banking
• A workplace that values safety, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion
• Free access to Marram health care benefits and employee assistance programmes