Bitumen Plant Operator at Downer Group

Invercargill City, Southland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Proactive attitude, Teamwork, Safety focus, Environmental care, Physical fitness, Comfortable at heights, Comfortable in confined spaces, Communication skills, Customer focus, Adherence to SOPs, Permit-to-work systems, Reliability, Organization, Logical approach, Computer-controller plant systems operation

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here At Downer, we’re committed to delivering excellence by creating an environment where our people can thrive and succeed. We offer: * Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes * Safety equipment and clothing provided * Ongoing training and development, with a strong focus on internal promotion * Discounts on Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more! * A free pie and drink at Z station every month, plus fuel discounts Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity Join our Road Science team as a Bitumen Plant Operator based in Bluff, Southland. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our high-productivity bitumen emulsion manufacturing plant. You’ll play a key part in day-to-day plant operations, manufacturing activities, maintenance, and upholding strong safety and environmental standards. You’ll also be responsible: * Working collaboratively as part of a close team * Ensuring raw materials are available to meet customer demand * Maintaining plant equipment to a high standard * Completing plant performance logs and keeping systems up to date Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills Most importantly, you’ll bring a proactive, “can‑do” attitude and enjoy being part of a small, supportive team, along with a solid focus on health, safety, and environmental care. You’ll also need to be physically fit and comfortable at heights and in confined spaces. Soft skills you will bring to the team : * Clear and confident communication skills * A customer - focused approach * Willingness to follow Safe Operating Procedures ( SOPs ) and permit-to-work systems * Reliable, organised, and able to work independently after training * A practical, logical approach to operating computer-controller plant systems The following skills are highly desirable, though they can also be developed on the job: * Experience or some exposure to manufacturing or a trade - experience with bitumen or chemical production is a bonus * Basic mechanical aptitude (comfortable troubleshooting minor plant issues once trained) * An F endorsement (forklift licence) - helpful but not essential * Familiarity with Microsoft tools such as Word and Excel Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! Reference Number : 730264. 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. At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities. Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.

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Responsibilities

The operator will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a high-productivity bitumen emulsion manufacturing plant, participating in day-to-day operations and manufacturing activities. Key duties include ensuring raw material availability, maintaining plant equipment to a high standard, and completing performance logs.