General Hand

Join our team as a General Hand and play a key role in delivering civil infrastructure projects. If you enjoy hands-on outdoor work and being part of a supportive crew wed love to hear from you.

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

At Downer were committed to delivering excellence by giving our people the tools support and environment they need to succeed. When you join us youre joining a team that looks after its own.

Full-time permanent role with consistent hours
Opportunity to work on essential infrastructure projects in your local community
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supportive team environment with strong leadership
Strong safety-first culture (Zero Harm)
Employee benefits including discounts and wellbeing support

Te kōwhiringa The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a General Hand to join our team. This is a hands-on role working alongside experienced crews to deliver a variety of civil and construction projects safely efficiently and to a high standard.

As a General Hand youll support day-to-day site operations assist with the operation of plant and equipment undertake manual labouring tasks and contribute to the successful delivery of project outcomes. Youll work in a team-focused environment where safety quality and continuous improvement are highly valued.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors takes pride in their work and is looking to build a long-term career within the civil construction industry.

Nga Pūkenga Matu Important Skills

Were looking for a reliable and motivated team player who enjoys hands-on outdoor work and takes pride in doing the job safely.

Ideally youll have:

Previous experience in civil construction infrastructure or a similar industry is preferred but not essential
Strong commitment to health safety and Zero Harm principles
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support others when required
Reliable hardworking and willing to learn new skills
Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks within required timeframes
Good communication skills and a professional approach when interacting with the public clients and colleagues

Me pēhea ki te tono How to apply

Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter outlining why you would be a great candidate for the role! Reference number: 735294

We dont accept applications via email but for any enquiries please email

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 peoples diverse experiences talents and cultures. As an inclusive employer we welcome applications from everyone.