Driver Operator

Job Opportunity

Downer is proud to be delivering key pavement and chip sealing projects across Whanganui, with our South division known for high-quality work nationwide.

We are looking for Class 4 and Class 5 Driver Operators to join our Pavements and Chip Sealing teams. Whether you're experienced in truck & trailer (Class 5) or chip spreader/sealing operations (Class 4), we have opportunities for you.

These roles are critical in supporting sealing and paving operations - from transporting materials and plant to operating specialist equipment on-site.

You'll be part of a tight-knit crew working across a variety of construction, renewal, and maintenance projects, helping deliver safe, high-quality outcomes for our communities.

You will be a reliable, safety-focused operator who takes pride in your work. You'll also bring:

• Full Class 4 or Class 5 licence (essential)
• Experience operating truck & trailer units and/or chip sealing machinery
• WTR endorsements (preferred but not essential)
• Strong awareness of health & safety practices in active work sites
• Good spatial awareness and confidence operating in tight environments
• A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider crew
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and pride in delivering quality work
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!

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 Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.

Job Info:

• Job Identification 732137
• Job Category Frontline Trades and Labour
• Posting Date 05/04/2026, 11:43 PM
• Locations Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand