Grader Operator - Ngaruawahia
Ngaruawahia, Auckland
Category Trade & Construction Jobs
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki knei | 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: Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes Full-time (40 hours) guaranteed, and overtime is available. Get paid even if work is delayed due to the weather $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer Great promotion and career development opportunities Have a look at our other great benefits here Te kwhiringa | The Opportunity Downer are proud to have a variety of exciting civil construction and road maintenance projects in the pipeline and are on the hunt for an experienced Grader Operator to join our rapidly growing, dedicated, and supportive crew.
With a variety of forward work planned, you will get to grow your skill set whilst also having a good time with the team. You will enjoy spending your work days outdoors, work regular hours with the occasional call out, and won't mind imparting your knowledge across the crew. Other responsibilities include; Operating a grader to spread and level materials in construction projects.
Operating controls to excavate, break, drill, level, compact, gouge out, move, load and spread earth, rock, rubble, soil and other materials Preparing and positioning plant for operation Working from drawings, markers and verbal instructions Servicing, lubricating, cleaning and refuelling plant and performing minor adjustments and repairs This is a full-time, permanent role working across Monday - Friday with occasional weekend work. Nga pkenga matua | Important Skills We're looking for a team player with an organised and systematic approach to our operational environment. You will have experience operating Motor Grader / Road Grader machines within the civil construction industry.
You will also have: Hold Class 2 drivers' licence with W, T, R endorsements (Class 4 an advantage) Be committed to championing a work environment with zero harm Have practical work experience in road construction and civil Hold strong planning skills and the ability to deal with unexpected events and problem solve Have good verbal and written communication skills Be physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks Ko wai mtou | Our Organisation Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here Me phea ki te tono | How to apply If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application The reference number for this role is 603540. 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.
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