Truck Driver

Job Title: Truck Driver

Location: Within Auckland Region

Number of positions for this job: 02

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Minimum guaranteed hours of work Per week: 30

Days Required: Monday to Sunday (flexible hours)

Hourly rate: Between $32-$35 per hour based on skills and experience

We are currently looking for Two Truck Drivers to join us. You must be committed and reliable. Right attitude is key to succeeding in this role.

Drive and operate trucks

Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions

Hand unloading

Transporting and delivering goods in a safe, timely manner

Ensuring goods are strapped down correctly and removed safely

Confirm that the contents of each load match the manifest document

Plan routes and ensure timely transport and delivery

Communicate with dispatch as needed

Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods)

Notify of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered

Inspecting goods for damage and complete incident reports for the manager

Log Books to be completed accurately in full & submitted timely

Pre-checks of vehicle before each trip – including oil, water, fuel, air pressure levels are in line with road safety and vehicle safety standards

Ensure truck is kept clean and tidy and carry out minor maintenance

Follow correct safety procedures

Comply with all traffic laws at all times

To be successful in your application, you must be able to demonstrate:

Clean & Current Class 2 or Class 5 Driver Licence OR overseas truck license

6-12 months of experience in a driving role

Physically fit to be able to lift heavy loads manually

Pass the drug and alcohol tests

No criminal records

Clean driving record (No previous Driving incidents) and commitment to safety

Availability of work required: Monday to Sunday, Day and Night shifts, Weekend availability and you may be required to work during public holidays

Be able to work in conditions that may be stressful, including poor weather and Heavy Traffic

Mechanically minded would be an advantage

Have a positive, enthusiastic attitude with a strong results-focused work ethic

Time management skills and ability to work unsupervised

Have understanding of Health & Safety & Logbook requirements

* Willingness to follow standard operating procedures

If you think you’ve got what it takes, we’d love to hear from you.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $32.00 – $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person