Class 2 Driver | Gisborne Run

Bidfood; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day work week

Accommodation provided when required

Job summary

Bidfood in Rotorua is seeking a reliable Truck Driver, Light or Delivery Services, to service the Gisborne route delivering foodservice products safely and efficiently between Rotorua and Gisborne. This hands-on role combines driving, loading/unloading, and delivery administration.

You will maintain high standards of customer service, food safety, and vehicle care while adapting to changing schedules and road conditions on a four-day week.

Qualifications

• NZ Class 2 licence currently held; Class 4 advantageous.
• Clean driving history and strong safety focus.
• Proven reliability and punctuality.
• Previous foodservice delivery experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Central North Island and Bay of Plenty regions.
• Excellent English communication (written and spoken).
• Ability to work independently and manage your day.
• Physically fit to load/unload and move products.
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks (drug/alcohol).
• Legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Delivering products safely and professionally throughout the Gisborne region.
• Build positive relationships with customers through friendly, professional service.
• Complete delivery documentation and electronic logbooks accurately.
• Maintain communication with dispatch and management throughout the day.
• Complete vehicle inspections and keep the truck well maintained.
• Collect returns, credits, crates and related paperwork.
• Load and unload products safely.
• Ensure loads are secured and delivered to correct locations.
• Maintain food safety, temperature control and product integrity standards.
• Operate in accordance with transport legislation and health and safety policies.

Skills

NZ Class 2 Licence

Clean driving history

Customer service

English proficiency

Independent work

Safety focus

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Adaptability

Job description

• Truck Driver, Light or Delivery Services

Are you an experienced Class 2 Driver who enjoys life on the road, takes pride in delivering outstanding customer service, and thrives working independently?

We're looking for a reliable and professional driver to join our transport team, servicing our valued customers throughout the Gisborne region. This is a dedicated long-distance delivery role based in Rotorua, offering a regular route, modern equipment, and the benefit of a compressed four-day working week.

• Full Time
• Application Closes24 Sep 2026
• Bay of Plenty - Rotorua
• Truck Driver, Light or Delivery Services

About the Role

As our Gisborne Route Driver, you'll be responsible for delivering foodservice products safely and efficiently between Rotorua and Gisborne while maintaining exceptional customer service, food safety, and vehicle care standards.

This is a hands-on role that combines driving, customer service, loading and unloading, vehicle care, and delivery administration. You'll need to be adaptable and able to respond to changing road conditions, weather events, customer requirements, and operational demands.

The role operates:

Wednesday to Saturday
3:00am start, finishing when the run is completed (5pm or before)

As with any transport operation, finishing times will vary depending on delivery volumes, weather conditions, traffic, roadworks, and other operational requirements. Flexibility is essential.

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering products safely and professionally throughout the Gisborne region.
• Building positive and lasting relationships with customers by providing friendly, professional, and courteous customer service
• Completing delivery documentation and electronic logbooks accurately
• Maintaining communication with dispatch and management throughout the day.
• Completing vehicle inspections and ensuring your truck is well maintained.
• Collecting returns, credits, crates, and associated paperwork
• Loading and unloading products safely and efficiently.
• Ensuring loads are secured correctly and delivered to the correct customer locations.
• Ensuring food safety, temperature control, and product integrity standards are met.
• Operating in accordance with all transport legislation, health and safety requirements, and company policies

What You'll Need

• Current NZ Class 2 Licence (Class 4 advantageous).
• Clean driving history and strong safety focus.
• Proven reliability and punctuality.
• Previous foodservice delivery experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the Central North Island and Bay of Plenty regions.
• Excellent communication skills and a good command of written and spoken English.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to build positive customer relationships.
• High level of physical fitness with the ability to safely load, unload, and move products.
• Ability to work independently and manage your day effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with paperwork and delivery documentation.
• Ability to manage long-distance driving requirements and changing schedules.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing road, weather, and operational conditions.
• Demonstrated commitment to health and safety.
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks, including drug and alcohol screening.
• Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand.
• Willingness to work extended days when operationally required

A Little More About the Route

As a Gisborne driver, you'll know that no two days are the same.

Road conditions, weather events, roadworks, traffic incidents, and occasional route disruptions can impact travel times. Because of this, we're looking for someone who is adaptable, resilient, and committed to delivering great service regardless of the challenge.

There may also be occasions where an overnight stay is required due to road closures, weather events, vehicle issues, fatigue management requirements, or other unforeseen circumstances. Accommodation will be arranged and paid for by the company when required.

Why Join Us?

• Permanent full-time position.
• Four-day working week.
• Wednesday to Saturday roster.
• Regular Gisborne route.
• Supportive team environment.
• Stable business with a strong customer focus.
• Opportunity to work independently and take ownership of your run.

Skills & Experience

• Current NZ Class 2 Licence (Class 4 advantageous).