Experienced Driver - Class 5 *** PALMERSTON NORTH** (14/10RS)
Full time, Contract/Temp
***** Palmerston North ******
Superior Personnel is currently recruiting for a highly skilled and reliable Class 5 Driver to undertake a Taupo swap route delivering food. This position features a 5:00 PM start time and requires the operation of a fork hoist on-site.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Safe Operation: Drive and manoeuvre Class 5 heavy vehicles efficiently in urban and highway conditions for the Taupo swap.
- Fork Hoist Operation: Safely operate a fork hoist on-site.
- Load Security: Take primary responsibility for ensuring your load is properly secured.
- Site Coordination: Work closely with yard personnel and crane teams to coordinate loading and unloading activities.
- Compliance & Maintenance: Conduct daily pre-start vehicle inspections, maintain accurate logbooks for fatigue management, and report any maintenance needs promptly. (Note: Eroad and cameras will be operating).
- Safety Leadership: Adhere strictly to rigorous site-specific health and safety protocols and actively participate in toolbox meetings.
**Requirements**
- Licensing: Must hold a current, clean NZ Class 5 License alongside a valid OSH forklift certification and/ or
F endorsement.
- Experience: A minimum of 2+ years of driving experience within New Zealand.
- Reliability: A proactive attitude with a firm commitment to punctuality and representing the operation professionally on-site.
- Physical Fitness: Ability to handle the physical demands required to secure heavy loads.
**Application Criteria**
- Overseas applicants will not be considered.
- You must currently reside in New Zealand and either hold NZ citizenship/residency or have at least 2+ years remaining on a valid work visa.
**Note**
***Overseas applications will be completely disregarded. You must currently reside in New Zealand and hold a valid work visa (with 2+ years remaining), residency, or citizenship to be considered for this role.***
Apply for this position