Driver Operator: Road Maintenance & Surfacing

Downer Group; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety gear

Training opportunities

Health benefits

Employee discounts

Referral bonus

Job summary

Downer Group in Southland, New Zealand is seeking a Driver Operator to join our road maintenance and surfacing teams. This hands-on role blends driving, plant operation and labouring, delivering essential work across the region.

You'll operate trucks and heavy equipment, support civil construction projects and perform general labour tasks with a crew-focused mindset. Outdoor work, safe practices and strong teamwork are essential to success in this role.

Qualifications

• Class 4 licence required.
• Experience driving trucks; trailer experience preferred.
• Experience operating heavy equipment.
• Civil construction or surfacing experience advantageous.
• Willing to work with crew outdoors.
• Team-oriented with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and plant/equipment
• Support road maintenance and surfacing projects
• Perform general labouring and construction tasks

Skills

Class 4 licence

Truck driving

Heavy vehicle operation

Road maintenance experience

Team player

Good communication

Job description

Downer Group in Southland, New Zealand is seeking a Driver Operator to join our road maintenance and surfacing teams. This hands-on role blends driving, plant operation and labouring, delivering essential work across the region.

You'll operate trucks and heavy equipment, support civil construction projects and perform general labour tasks with a crew-focused mindset. Outdoor work, safe practices and strong teamwork are essential to success in this role.