Bulk Transport jobs! - Class 5 - Timaru based

Hilton Haulage; Timaru; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Allowances

Company phone

Guaranteed hours

Health insurance

Long service reward

Employee discounts

Team culture

Job summary

Timaru based Hilton Haulage is seeking experienced Class 5 drivers to join our bulk transport team. You will operate a 2017 Mercedes Actros dropsider and a new 5-axle Bathtub trailer, carting stockfeed and fertiliser between Timaru and Christchurch.

Typical dayshift with occasional weekends, home most nights. We offer guaranteed hours, company phone for personal use, health insurance after 12 months, and exclusive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Class 5 Licence (or equivalent) with 2 years of experience.
• Flexible and reliable with a pro-active and can-do approach.
• F endorsement & OSH certificate (preferred, but not essential).
• Good geographical knowledge of the Canterbury region.
• A knack for learning new technology.
• A passion for teamwork and customer service.
• Any previous bulk transport experience would be beneficial, training can be given.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 2017 Mercedes Actros dropsider truck and 5 axle Bathtub trailer.
• Travel Timaru to Christchurch daily carting stockfeed, fertiliser, blood & offal.
• Monday to Friday dayshift with weekend work when required.
• Operate a 2023 Mitsubishi Fuso bathtub bulk unit.
• Predominantly travelling between Timaru & Christchurch carting fertiliser & stockfeed.
• Stay away if needed and work days or nights, occasional weekend work.

Skills

Class 5 Licence

2 years experience

F endorsement

OSH certificate

Geographical knowledge Canterbury

Teamwork and customer service

Adaptable / pro-active

Job description

Bulk Transport jobs!!! - Class 5 - Timaru based

• Guaranteed hours. Company Phone. Competitive rates.


• Timaru Based. Bulk Transport Drivers – Number of varied positions.


• Great opportunities driving great gear and working with a great team.

Why you’ll love it here:

• Allowances – additional allowances (eligibility required).


• Company Phone – Enjoy full personal use to stay connected.


• Guaranteed Hours – A minimum of 80 hours per fortnight – stability you can count on.


• Health insurance – offered after 12 months of continuous service.


• Long Service Recognition/Reward – Celebrate your loyalty with us.


• Exclusive Employee Benefits – Take advantage of various employee discounts, including savings on fuel, tyres, and more.


• Strong team culture - people stay here for a reason.


• Hilton Haulage are one of NZ’s most respected transport operators.

Our opportunities:

Based in Timaru, we currently have a number of opportunities for experienced Class 5 drivers to join our highly skilled and dynamic Bulk Transport Team operating a top-notch fleet and providing outstanding service. Any prior bulk transport experience would be an advantage although training can be given for class 5 drivers keen to develop or gain experience in this area.

The rigs/routes/requirements:

• Operating a 2017 Mercedes Actros dropsider truck and brand new 5 axle Bathtub trailer.


• Traveling from Timaru to Chch everyday carting stockfeed, fertiliser, blood & offal


• Monday to Friday dayshift (approx. 10am-11pm & home every night) with weekend work when required


• Operating a 2023 Mitsubishi Fuso bathtub bulk unit.


• Predominantly travelling between Timaru & Chch carting fertiliser & stockfeed


• Must be willing to stay away if needed and be happy to do either dayshift or nightshift as required & occasional weekend work when required

Your attention to safety, maintenance, and vehicle operation will reflect the high standards our loyal customers and suppliers expect, and drivers must be clean and tidy with good habits around in-cab presentation. Flexibility is required to suit business and seasonal needs.

What you bring to the table:

• Class 5 Licence (or equivalent) with 2 years of experience –


• You’re flexible and reliable with a pro-active and can-do approach.


• F endorsement & OSH certificate (preferred, but not essential)


• Good geographical knowledge of the Canterbury region


• A knack for learning new technology


• A passion for teamwork and customer service


• Any previous bulk transport experience would be beneficial, although training can be given

About us:

Since our humble beginning back in the 1960’s, Hilton Haulage has been keeping the wheels turning from Invercargill to Auckland. Today, our 500+ strong team operate a range of units working hard to exceed our customers’ expectations and providing a total transport solution.

Our culture:

At Hilton Haulage, our values are the heart of everything we do:

• People: Honesty, respect, and teamwork are key to our success.


• Safety: We prioritise everyone’s wellbeing, every single day.


• Customer: Delivering value and listening to our customers is why we’re here.


• Future: Looking down the road ahead.


• Ready to drive your future?

Don’t miss this opportunity to join a company that values its people, safety, and future growth.

If you have any questions, please contact us at – [e-mail]

Applicants must possess current eligibility to permanently work in NZ. For shortlisted applicants, any subsequent offer of employment will be subject to passing a pre-employment driving assessment and the satisfactory completion of a range of background checks including a pre-employment medical assessment including Drug & Alcohol test, reference checks and a Ministry of Justice criminal convictions check.