General Hand - Concreting

Are you physically fit and motivated to kick-start a career in a reliable industry? Apply with Downer Transport today!

 

Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

• Guaranteed Full-Time hours plus penal rates on the weekend and night shifts

• Time and a half after 45 hours

• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes 
• All the tools of trade you need to do your job
• Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers
• A free pie and hot drink at Z each month
  
   

The Opportunity |Te kōwhiringa

Joining our Transport and Infrastructure business, as a General Hand, you’ll work across our Whanganui based crews and support the delivery of ongoing assignments across the region.

You will carry out concrete construction and repairs within the maintenance, civils and construction department on a day-to-day basis as part of a dedicated crew. You will be responsible for:

• Helping with safe site setup for your crew and the general public
• Assisting with installation of framework and prep work prior to concrete pour
• Pouring and finishing concrete placement, stripping and reinstatement
• Working as part of a cohesive team to deliver to projects
• Optimising the use of company resources and contributing to the successful completion of contracts
• Ensuring efficient use of materials, supplies and equipment
• This is primarily a Monday – Friday role but the job does occasionally involve weekend work and staying away to meet our project requirements. 

About you:
Experience in the civil contracting industry and a great eye for finishing concrete will serve you well in this role. You will hold your work to high standards and be familiar with concrete and form work as well as working with exposed concrete. You will be a team player with an organized, systematic and good-humoured approach. We’d value your confidence to communicate well with your crew and add value with your expertise in the field. Flexibility with regards to your availability and work location is also beneficial

 

Important Skills | Nga pūkenga matua 

Along with a positive attitude and a commitment to safe workplace practises, we are looking for you to have:

• Full Class 1 Driver Licence
• The ability to work well within a team and alone when required
• A can-do attitude with a good work ethic
• Demonstrated that you are reliable and dependable

It also helps if you have the following, however, these are not deal breakers and training can be provided:

• Class 2 - 4 Drivers Licences and WTR endorsements  

• Past experience in a similar industry and role would be highly desirable
• Experience operating a variety of civil machinery

Ultimately we are looking for individuals who are willing to learn, grow and develop themselves within our business.

How to apply | Me pēhea ki te tono

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application!  Reference : 734858

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

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.