Truck Driver - Class 5

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Rates - $35 - $40 per hour, depending on skills and experience

A supportive and decent place to work

Full, clean NZ Class 5 licence is essential

The employer is a long-established transport and general cartage operator based in Greymouth.

With one of the largest fleets in the South Island, the fleet includes log carriers, tippers, and tractor-and-trailer units.

The company is renowned as an employer of choice, offering a supportive, friendly, and exceptionally welcoming work environment that makes life enjoyable.

Role overview

This is a skilled, non-entry level Class 5 driving role.

You will operate across a variety of vehicle types and routes, encompassing local work and longer South Island trips.

You'll be part of a team that values safety, reliability, and professionalism.

Duties will include :

Drive a range of heavy vehicles within the fleet (log carriers, tippers, tractor, and trailer units) in compliance with all NZ road rules and company safety policies

Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, conduct basic defect reporting, and coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure vehicle readiness

Plan and execute local deliveries and pick-ups, as well as regional / South Island routes to support customer needs

Safely strap, secure, and manage loads according to best practices and regulatory requirements

Manage regulatory paperwork, logbooks, and timekeeping accurately using required systems

Maintain excellent communication with operations, dispatch, and customers to ensure timely, safe, and efficient transport

Demonstrate professional driving conduct, positive customer interactions, and a proactive safety mindset

Assist with occasional yard duties or general cartage as required to support operations

Skills and experience

A full NZ Class 5 license is essential

Proven, hands-on experience driving the fleet types listed i.e., log carriers, tippers, and tractor and trailer units

Demonstrated ability to work across local routes and longer South Island trips

Strong safety record and commitment to incident-free operations

High level of reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail

Good communication skills and a collaborative team attitude

Ability to complete required paperwork accurately and on time

A clean driver's licence free of any serious offences

A clean criminal history lacking any pending or existing court proceedings

What's on offer

Competitive hourly rate around $35 - $40 per hour, with pay reflecting your skills and experience

An exceptionally supportive, friendly work environment

Stable, long-established employer with a large, diverse fleet

Opportunity to work across varied routes and vehicle configurations

How to apply

Applications from those wanting to relocate from elsewhere within NZ are welcome.

You must have the right to live and work in NZ.

If reading online, click the APPLY NOW section and submit your application online.

For more information contact the team at Automotive Employment NZ Ltd for a confidential discussion.

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