angle-right Job no: 572904
Work type: Full Time - Permanent
Location: Dannevirke, Tararua
Categories: Maintenance, Construction, Water

Downer has been designing, building and sustaining New Zealand's infrastructure for over a century and is a leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand.

With over 12,000 employees in New Zealand, we work alongside some of New Zealand's biggest businesses, councils and government agencies.

Downer New Zealand is a leading provider of integrated services. Our commitment to building long term relationships and supporting our customers with high calibre services and solutions; the talents of our people; and consistent excellence in operational delivery sets us apart.

Our Dannevirke crew are now looking for keen and eager 3 Waters Service Person's to join us as we carry out work on our 9 year maintenance contract in our town.

About the role:

This is a 'hands on' role where you will assist the crew tasked with delivering a range of our water construction projects. You'll be involved with the operations of our water team to help ensure that work is completed to the satisfaction of our customers and that production targets are met.

You'll be involved in labouring duties from manual excavating, spotting diggers, compacting in trenches, looking for water leaks, undertaking sewer leaks and maintenance in 3 Waters.

We are looking to train and develop you as we have a variety of work available as no two days will be the same. You'll have the opportunity to work and grow in to the three networks of water services where you can pick up the skills of being able to carry out pipeline renewals, install manholes and pump stations as we carry out work with the Tararua District Council.

The perks:

• Good working conditions, providing a work life balance
• A pay rate that is both generous and rewarding
• You'll be part of an experienced and professional team
• Excellent opportunities for training and career progression.

About you:

Along with your interest in working in 3 Waters and your ability to work in a team, there are a few essentials, but don't stress too much if you don't tick them all off, we are prepared to train you.

• A minimum class 1 full New Zealand drivers licence, additional heavy vehicle licences and endorsements, are a bonus!
• Previous experience in Water Reticulation preferred
• You will have or be willing to work towards a related qualification
• Strong safety and quality focus

If you are physically fit and enjoy spending your days outdoors and on your feet, then this could be the position for you!