Class 5 Truck Driver

Role Purpose : The Truck Driver role is physically active (will be responsible for loading / unloading at client sites) and requires attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety. Truck Drivers also must be willing to communicate and cooperate with customers, respond to their needs, and safely operate delivery vehicles in compliance with company.

Key Results Areas : Customer Service

Service Delivery

Time Management

Document Control

Vehicle

Health and Safety

Duties and Responsibilities :

Pre-inspect truck, verify load for accuracy.

Load and unload Cargo.

Refuel and clean vehicle, ensuring vehicle is refueled and cleaned at the end of shift.

Report all incidents to the dispatcher.

Follow traffic laws.

Set up job perimeters and inspect the site to ensure a safe environment to unload.

Always keep logbook up to date.

Build and maintain a positive attitude with customers.

Keep commercial driver’s license up to date; advise immediately if suspended, revoked, or otherwise restricted.

Ensure the uniform is clean, tidy, and worn in line with uniform guidelines.

Complete accurate paperwork as assigned for each job.

Ensure that there are enough RUC’S, for both truck and trailer to complete shift.

Sight and confirm that the truck and trailer have current COF and registration.

Complete other mechanical checks tyres, oil, fuel etc. as outlined in the company manual.

Empty cab of any personal rubbish and items, ensure that the cab interior is clean and tidy prior to end of shift.

No cell phone communication via voice, text, or other means whilst vehicle is moving.

Container swinglift experience required and. Road ranger gearbox experience required

1 year experience or level 2 certificate

$30 to $35 Per hour and 30 hours per week

Non-smoker preferred

Ministry of Justice check and Drug test is required

Health & Safety Accountability :

You must take all practical steps to ensure your own Health & Safety at work.

To take reasonable care not to put other people- fellow employees, visitors or contractors at risk by your actions during the course of your work.

You must use all personal protective equipment provided by the employer.

To co-operate with the employer and to follow company health and safety policies.

Not to interfere with or misuse anything that has been provided for your health and safety.

To report any injuries, strains, or illnesses you may suffer as a result of doing your job.

To tell your employer if something happens that might affect your ability to work.

To immediately report any unsafe or healthy condition you may identify in the workplace.

To immediately report any unsafe acts, you may witness during the course of your work.

Any NZ Citizen or resident or work visa holder can apply for this position.