Operate Class 4/5 vehicles and chip sealing equipment on pavement projects in Whanganui.

Job Title

Class 4 and Class 5 Driver Operators

Job Description

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

• Full-time (40 hours) guaranteed, with overtime available during peak seasons

• Free access to Marram healthcare benefits and discounted holiday homes

• Discounts with Samsung, PB Tech, gym memberships and more

• Real career development and progression opportunities

$500 employee referral bonus

Free monthly benefits in association with Z Energy

The 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.

Important Skills

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

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

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