General Worker Grade 1

Downer & Company; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time and a half after 45 hours

Marram health care benefits

Discounted holiday homes

Safety equipment provided

$500 referral bonus

Internal promotion and training

Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym

Free monthly benefits with Z Energy

Job summary

Downer in Queenstown is seeking a motivated General Worker who will be part of a hardworking crew delivering essential civil construction and roading work across the region. You will support day-to-day maintenance on-site and contribute to a safe, efficient, and well‑presented road network.

This entry-point role suits someone with operator or construction exposure, keen to build skills further and grow within a supportive team, with on-site duties and a focus on quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Interest in civil infrastructure and eagerness to grow skills.
• Able to work hands-on as part of a team.
• Punctuality and reliability.
• Good problem-solving ability.
• Ability to communicate with the public.
• Physically fit to meet job demands.
• Hold a Full Class 1 License.

Responsibilities

• Setting up safe worksites for your crew and the public.
• Assisting with machinery operation and general labouring tasks.
• Supporting repairs and maintenance across roading infrastructure.
• Ensuring materials, tools, and equipment are used efficiently.
• Working as part of a tight-knit team to deliver high-quality results.

Skills

Teamwork

Civil labouring

Asphalt experience

Timekeeping

Problem solving

Public communication

Physical fitness

Full Class 1 License

Tools

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Job description

Job Description - General Worker Grade 1

Description

Job Description

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | 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:

• Time and a half after 45 hours of work each week
• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
• Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
• Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
• Free monthly benefits in association with Z Energy

Responsibilities

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Join our Queenstown team and play a key role in keeping our roads and infrastructure safe, functional, and looking their best.

We’re on the lookout for a motivated General Worker who’s keen to be part of a hardworking crew delivering essential civil construction and roading work across the region. This is a great entry point into civil if you’ve got some operator or construction exposure and want to build your skills further.

In this role, you’ll be out on site supporting day-to-day maintenance activities – no two days are the same. You’ll be involved in:

• Setting up safe worksites for your crew and the public
• Assisting with machinery operation and general labouring tasks
• Supporting repairs and maintenance across roading infrastructure
• Ensuring materials, tools, and equipment are used efficiently
• Working as part of a tight-knit team to deliver high-quality results

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You will have a genuine interest in the civil infrastructure industry and looking to grow and up skill your current skills.You will also have:

• The ability to work hands‑on as a team player
• Previous civil labouring and asphalt experience is beneficial but not essential
• Good timekeeping skills – punctuality and reliability is key!
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• Confidence communicating and working around the public
• A high level of physical fitness
• A Full Class 1 License

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

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