Truck Driver

Class 5 Truck Drivers wanted.

Join our Gisborne team as a Class 5 Truck Driver, operating a modern fleet of Kenworth and Scania trucks. Based out of a well-equipped facility that includes an in-house workshop, tyre bay, and drive-through truck wash, your role will involve transporting logs from East Coast forests to local ports and sawmills.

Location: Gisborne

Status: Permanent, Full-time positions available

• Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work as required
• $30.00–$35.00 per hour (approximately $85,000 per year)
• Guaranteed minimum: 40 hours per week

Specific Responsibilities

• Conducting pre-trip inspections on heavy vehicles.
• Safe loading of logs and operating of trucks on sealed and unsealed roads.
• Reporting of hazards, incidents, and maintenance requirements in a timely manner.
• Maintain equipment and vehicle upkeep.
• Communicate effectively over radio.

Key attributes required:

• A minimum of 2 years truck driver experience
• Clean Class 5 Licence.
• Physically fit and safety-conscious.
• Positive, can-do attitude.
• Reliable and punctual.

Why us?

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse work environment. We take pride in the diversity of our people and encourage applications from people of all genders, ages, and backgrounds. Our recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected on their unique strengths and characteristics.

If you want to invest in your future apply now and we will help you reach your full potential.

You must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and be a citizen or resident of New Zealand. You will also need to pass a pre-employment ACC & MOJ Criminal History Check.