Chipsealing Crew Members - Auckland

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.

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer's Sealing department is highly respected and has a great track record for delivering a high standard of work across New Zealand. With the season kicking off in September, we are looking for dedicated Chip Runners and Class 2-5 Driver Operators to join our Penrose based team.

All positions are Full-Time, Permanent opportunities, with 40 hours guaranteed each week. Our crew roles are aligned to the Greater Auckland Regions AWUNZ union agreement where overtime, allowances and other penal rates are on offer.

Vacancies

Class 2 -4 Driver Operator:

• Operate rollers and/or brooms during sealing operations
• Complete daily plant checks and basic maintenance
• Support the crew to deliver safe and efficient road sealing projects
• Class 2 Full License + WTR required at Minimum with civil and/or chip-sealing experience ideal

Class 5 Driver Operator:

• Drive and tow a 6-wheeler trailer
• Operate both automatic and Road Ranger transmission vehicles
• Transport plant, equipment, and materials to and from worksites
• Support the sealing crew as required to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently
• Class 5 Full License + WTR required at minimum with civil and/or chip-sealing experience ideal

Chip Runner / Labourer:

• General laboring activities
• Acting as a spotter for our Chip spreading truck
• Adjusting the application and manually spreading chip seal
• Following health and safety standards and procedures
• Class 1 Full license required at minimum with civil experience ideal

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

We're looking for experienced team members and motivated people eager to grow with Downer. You'll ideally bring:

• Relevant licenses
• Positive, can-do attitude
• A focus on collaborative teamwork and project delivery
• Full commitment to a Zero-harm work environment
• The flexibility to undertake the occasional weekend and night shift

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

• Rewarding pay
• Health care and Wellbeing benefits
• Deals & Discounts from local and national retailers
• Development programmes and ongoing career opportunities across NZ & Australia
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site https://people.downergroup.co.nz/join-our-transport-team/

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application!

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.