angle-right Job no: 586203
Work type: Full Time - Permanent
Location: Auckland
Categories: Trades, Civil Engineering, Customer Service

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 10,000 employees in New Zealand, we work alongside some of New Zealand's biggest businesses, councils and government agencies.

The Downer, Traffic Management team are dedicated to providing exceptional service and timely project completion whilst maintaining a Zero Harm environment. 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.

Exciting times are ahead as we are experiencing large growth across our Auckland network, picking up some major long term projects that need the support from our fantastic TM crew! This could be the perfect opportunity for you. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our Downer Traffic Management team working out of our Penrose base. You will be joining an energetic, tight knit team who takes pride in their work.

About the job:
As a Downer Traffic Controller, you will assist with Temporary Traffic Management under the direction of a Site Traffic Management Supervisor (STMS). Ultimately you will work to ensure the safety of your crew and the general public through clear and accurate direction of traffic. You will also:

• Help with sign and cone placement and pack down
• Assist with stop/go directing
• Driver duties
• Assist with general tasks to help your crew achieve project plans and targets

This is primarily a Monday-Friday, permanent, full time job, with occasional night and weekend work. If you're looking for not just a job but to start a career, look no further!

About you:
Ultimately, we are looking for individuals who are willing to learn and develop a career with Downer. Along with your outgoing attitude and commitment to safe workplace practices, you will also have:

• A Class 1 Full New Zealand drivers licence
• Level 1 Basic Traffic Controller or Traffic Management Operative Warrant - but if you don't have this - still apply because we can train you!
• A passion for physical activity and be fit, energetic and self-motivated
• Strong planning and problem solving skills with the ability to deal with unexpected events
• The ability to commit to work Monday - Friday with the flexibility to work weekends and on call
• Good verbal skills to communicate on the radio and the confidence to communicate with the general public

So what do we offer?
Show us you are willing and able to fit in with our enthusiastic and competent team - In return we will provide you with the needed skills, training and certifications!

• A rewarding hourly rate and stable employment with an industry leader
• Full time hours guaranteed - minimum 40 hours per week
• Access to a range of company benefits and partnered discounts across insurance, retail and travel!
• A real focus on a safe working environment including your uniform and safety gear provided
• Extensive training and development opportunities to help enhance your skills and advance your career - this is just the start!