Delivery Services Lead Driver - Wellington

About the role:

We’re looking for an experienced driver who’s ready to take the next step — someone who can lead a high performing regional delivery team, set the standard in safety, customer service, and operational excellence, and jump behind the wheel when needed to keep deliveries on track.

As our Lead Driver, you are the frontline leader for a team of professional drivers. This is a working leadership role — you’ll spend time on the road while also driving performance, standards, engagement, and customer excellence.

Daily responsibilities include:

• Lead, mentor, and support drivers to consistently achieve strong KPI results

• Conduct driver audits, H&S observations, and leader walks

• Work closely with Delivery Services Planner & RTM to lift consistency and service quality

• Complete reports, PODs, incident reporting, and uphold fleet standards

• Supporting the team to ensure our customers are receiving an exceptional service

This is a permanent full-time role, offering 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday based in our Wellington Region.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven leadership or team leading capability

• Experience Driving Class 4 and 5 Trucks

• Experience in the construction / transport industries

• Strong communication skills and ability to motivate others

• High level of professionalism and customer service focus

• Be reliable and have a priority towards health & safety

• Experience with HIAB cranes a benefit but not required

Our Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate & Staff-buying privileges

• Genuine development opportunities that come with being part of the wider Fletcher Building Group

• Employment Education Fund

• Health & Wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme

• Joining a inclusive and diverse team and company

Join Us:

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. If this role interests you but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.

Pre-employment checks including references, medical, drug test and a Criminal background check is required as well as the legal right to work in NZ indefinitely.

We are proud of the incredible diversity of people who make up our business! As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees across our national network of branches throughout New Zealand.