Driver Operator – Chip Sealing & Paving (Class 4/5)

Downer Group; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time and a half after 45 hours

Full-time guaranteed (40 hours)

Marram healthcare benefits

Discounts with Samsung, PB Tech, gym,

Career development opportunities

$500 employee referral bonus

Free monthly benefits with Z Energy

Job summary

Downer Group is seeking Class 4/5 Driver Operators to join our Pavements and Chip Sealing teams in Whanganui, NZ. You will operate truck & trailer units or chip spreaders, transport materials, and support sealing and paving works across diverse projects.

Roles require focus on safety, reliability, and teamwork in active construction environments, with overtime during peak periods and a commitment to high-quality outcomes for communities.

Qualifications

• Full Class 4 or Class 5 licence (essential).
• Experience operating truck & trailer units and/or chip sealing machinery.
• WTR endorsements (preferred but not essential).
• Strong awareness of health & safety practices on active work sites.

Responsibilities

• Transport materials and plant to site.
• Operate specialist equipment on-site.
• Support sealing and paving operations.
• Ensure safety and quality on active worksites.

Skills

Class 4 or 5 licence

Truck & trailer operation

Chip sealing machinery

WTR endorsements

Job description

Downer Group is seeking Class 4/5 Driver Operators to join our Pavements and Chip Sealing teams in Whanganui, NZ. You will operate truck & trailer units or chip spreaders, transport materials, and support sealing and paving works across diverse projects.

Roles require focus on safety, reliability, and teamwork in active construction environments, with overtime during peak periods and a commitment to high-quality outcomes for communities.