Class 5 Driver – Freight Operator (Afternoon Shift)

Class 5 Driver – Freight Operator (Afternoon Shift)

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Class 5 Driver to join a busy freight operation. This is a depot-based role involving truck and trailer movements, loading and unloading, and positioning units safely and accurately around the yard.

What you will be doing:

• Reversing truck and trailer units into loading docks confidently
  
• Manoeuvring and parallel parking truck and trailer combinations
  
• Disconnecting and reconnecting trailer units
  
• Operating a forklift to load and unload freight
  
• If and as required, metro runs
• Carrying out general yard and freight duties as required
  

What we are looking for:

• Full Class 5 licence with excellent driving and manoeuvring skills
  
• Confident reversing and positioning truck and trailer combinations in tight spaces
  
• Previous experience disconnecting and reconnecting units
  
• Strong forklift operating skills with a minimum F endorsement (F and OSH preferred)
  
• Reliable, safety-conscious and able to work independently
  
• Able to pass a drug test and MOJ check
  
• Must have the right to work in New Zealand
  

What we offer:

• Afternoon shift, approximately 3pm – 10pm
  
• $32 - $35 per hour + 8% holiday pay
  
• Work available immediately through to the end of the year
  
• Potential for longer-term or ongoing work for the right candidate