Truck Drivers 2026 Season

MrappleNew Zealand

13 hours ago

Job description

Enjoy work / life balance with local routes, no overnight stays, and a supportive team environment at Mr Apple – New Zealand’s largest apple grower and exporter.

What you’ll be doing :

We’re on the lookout for skilled Truck Drivers to join our Hastings-based team for the 2026 apple season. Starting in January or February, you’ll be transporting freshly picked and packed apples between our orchards, packhouses, bin stores, and coolstores – all within Hawke’s Bay.

With a variety of shifts available, you’ll play a key role in keeping our supply chain moving smoothly and efficiently.

Your day-to-day may include :

Safely transporting bins, pallets, and other products between sites
Keeping accurate and up-to-date logbooks
Carrying out basic truck maintenance and reporting any issues
Communicating clearly with dispatch and your team

What you’ll bring :

A Class 5 licence (5L also considered)

A strong focus on health and safety

Experience with record-keeping and logbooks

A willingness to learn and upskill

The right to work in New Zealand and ability to pass pre-employment checks

What we offer :

Local driving only – no overnight trips

A modern fleet, including mostly curtain siders

Manageable shifts with consistent hours

One of the longest seasons in the horticulture industry

Opportunities to upskill in High Productivity Motor Vehicles (HPMVs)

Potential for off-season work

If you're ready to be part of a great team delivering premium apples to the world, apply now and drive your career forward with Mr Apple.

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