Class 5 Driver Operator – Plant & Equipment Transport

About the role

Join Downer in Waipawa as a Class 5 Driver Operator. You will transport plant and equipment and support a high‑performing pavement maintenance crew, ensuring safe and efficient delivery of materials across the region.

Key responsibilities

• Transport plant, equipment and materials on a dedicated transporter.
• Operate heavy machinery such as loaders, excavators and rollers on road and pavement projects.
• Assist the pavement crew with road maintenance, construction and renewal activities.
• Maintain safety standards, conduct equipment checks and report any issues.
• Plan daily routes, adapt to unexpected events and contribute to problem‑solving on site.

Required profile

• Experience in roading, pavement maintenance, earth‑moving or civil construction.
• Full Class 5 driver licence with current W, T & R endorsements.
• Proven ability to transport plant on a transporter and operate heavy machinery in a civil or road environment.
• Strong safety and quality focus, good planning skills and the ability to work as an active member of a crew.
• Physical fitness to perform manual tasks and a positive “can‑do” attitude.

Required skills

• Class 5 Driver Licence
• W, T and R endorsements
• Loader operation
• Excavator operation
• Roller operation
• Plant transport on transporter

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent role – 40 hours guaranteed per week.
• Time‑and‑a‑half after 45 hours each week.
• Free access to Marram healthcare benefits and discounted holiday homes.
• Discounts with Samsung, PB Tech, gym memberships and more.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• $500 employee referral bonus and monthly benefits with Z Energy.