Asphalt Plant Operator

Downer Group

Whangarei, Northland
Permanent
Full-time

2 days ago

Job Description:Te kōwhiringa | The OpportunityYou will essentially be responsible for ensuring that all plant is presented, maintained and operated in a professional manner that complies with all relevant legislation and achieves agreed productivity and quality targets. You will be willing to get stuck in and help the team with general labouring duties as required and will be encouraged to share your expertise with your crew.This is a full time, permanent position, will be required to work on weekends from time to time with possible overtime and night shift if required. 5 days on, 2 days off.Benefits of joining Downer as a Plant Operator:Here's a chance to put your skills to great use, to learn from industry leaders right across New Zealand! Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We can offer you:

Full training to master your role and machinery
All tools of trade including your uniform, safety gear and tech
Rewarding pay with the addition of penal rates (overtime, night shifts, meal allowances etc.)
Access to a range of company benefits and partnered discounts across insurance providers, retail, and trade suppliers!
Must have work rights to work in NZ, visa support will not be provided for this role.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important SkillsWe'd value the following skills and experience, however full training will be provided for the right candidate:

Full Class 1 NZ Drivers Licence essential - Class 2+ NZ Drivers Licence with WTR and Forklift endorsements an advantage
Experience or exposure to civil plant operations - Asphalt Plant, Bitumen Plant and Wheeled Loaders
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as you will work with an extensive range of Downer and contracting crew members
Commitment to a high standard of Health & Safety
Experienced and able to learn computer systems

Don't miss your opportunity to grow your career & be rewarded with Downer NZ!Me pēhea ki te tono | How to applyIf this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is (606971)

Competitive salary and benefit
A supportive and dynamic team environment
Flexible working options including working from home
Work on high-profile projects within an essential services industry
Training and Development to advance your career with us
Championing health & safety initiatives for all our employees and visitors

Our aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential. We embrace all employee difference and foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. As such, we encourage applicants of all ages and backgrounds, including Indigenous Australians to apply.Applications will not be accepted via email, please apply via the link.About Us: 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.About the Team: Downer's Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers' challenges, and for our communities.

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